I Took a 3-Month Break from YouTube! Why? Surprising EFFECTS of the BREAK!
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 8 ก.ย. 2024
- A Much-Needed Break Can Have Amazing Effects on You! Plus, if you're a content creator, it can actually change your channel for the better!
This video covers what made me decide to take such a long break, the fun and nature therapy I experienced on the break, and what happened to me and my channel BECAUSE of the break. Self-Care is so important for all of us, and the end results are always positive.
If you're only interested in the effects this 3-month break had on my TH-cam channel, you can skip right to that section at the end of the video.
General Effects of the Break on My TH-cam Channel -- 26:36
Specific Stats Related to the Effects of the Break on My Channel -- 28:37
Hi, I'm Kim, and this is Olive City Oasis. I live on my 2.5 acre property here in far northern California, Zone 9B.
I like to emphasize easy gardening anyone can do - even brand-new beginners! I also have an ongoing obsession with growing interesting fruit and nut trees!
On my channel, I enjoy sharing my fruit trees, my veggie and herb gardens, perennial flowers, garden-to-table recipes, and simple living garden ideas. As a senior, solo, frugal gardener, I keep things down-to-earth, casual, and encouraging. I also like to talk about self-care through gardening because I believe experiencing nature is extremely important to our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
If any of this sounds interesting to you, you can subscribe by clicking this link!
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You can also send me a private message here: kim@olivecityoasis.com
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Here are three other videos I think you might enjoy!
~~EXTREME HEAT Gardening ~ 7 Ways to Keep Your Garden Happy in High Temps!~~
• EXTREME HEAT Gardening...
Temps hit 107F (41.5C!) yesterday (predicted to be 118F this weekend!), but my garden is happy and growing! I've learned a lot over the last ten years of EXTREME HEAT gardening in my desert-like, northern California, Zone 9B climate. So if you want ideas to help your garden survive and THRIVE in the summer onslaught of intense heat, come see what's worked for me!
~~JUNE 2024 GARDEN TOUR - Garden Highlights - Gardening as Self-Care~~
• JUNE 2024 GARDEN TOUR!...
Mornings in the garden make me smile and fill me with wonder! New plants coming up, new trees planted, nature's beauty all around me. Come see some special highlights in my June Garden Tour!
~~Come See My FRUIT TREES! ~ Plant Your Own FRUIT ORCHARD!~~ • Come See My Fruit Tree...
Does the thought of stepping outside to harvest delicious, healthy fruit from your own trees sound intriguing? Because YOU CAN DO IT! Why not start this year?!?! You'll be enjoying your favorite fruits sooner than you think. Come take a look at a few of the beautiful trees I'm growing!
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Thanks for watching this video (and reading through this description)! I hope you enjoyed seeing and hearing about some of what I experienced on my break from TH-cam. If you find yourself exhausted, confused, or overwhelmed in life, consider taking a break and focusing on yourself! After all, only you can take care of you.
And remember... You can create the life you want, so why not start right now?
Until Next Time, Happy Growing!
Kim
This self-care break had amazing effects on me & on my channel! Please share here how *you* practice self-care!
~Only interested in how the break affected my YT Channel?
General Effects on Channel - 26:36
Specific YT Stats - 28:37
Wow, 33 years of home schooling, writing novels, YT, family life, gardening on a pretty epic scale - no wonder you needed a break, Kim!! So glad it's had such a rejuvenating effect & spurred you on to be even more creative - nothing like a road trip! That Winchester house sounds creepy - that poor woman, all that wealth but no peace or contentment. I've always been amazed how little attention you channel garners - even as a complete novice I could see how valuable & informative your content was & gardening is such a hugely popular hobby - flummoxed and flabbergasted that you don't get hundreds of thousands of views! But, perhaps that is changing for the better - fingers crossed! (TBH, the analytics side of things is a mystery to me - the algorithm giveth & taketh away!) PS congrats on monetisation, so very well deserved! :)
@@nottherealmccoy4955 Thanks for your kind words and constant support, Martin! I really appreciate you and hope you're fully recovered soon, with 200 being only a distant memory. 😎
You had a great time with your family 🌝 Amazing that you find the time writing books 📚 while you're homeschooling. I'm sure you're a great teacher. In Germany homeschooling is banned and going to school compulsory. Interesting analysis about your viewers and subscribers. I have to check that as well. I've just been happy to communicate with people from all over the world. Have a nice week Kim. Greetings Heidi 👩🌾💕
Hello, Heidi! 🙋♀️ Yes, I definitely had a wonderful time with my kids! As to writing, I've always done it (and loved it), but my busy life up until now has meant it's been sporadic. 🤷♀️😌 Looking forward to making writing a more consistent part of my life going forward. 😁
Your channel is awesome, Heidi! I love talking with people from all over the world, too (like you, for instance!), but I'm always amazed when I see how many people comment on your videos. 😮 You've done an excellent job creating a truly welcoming atmosphere there! 👏👏👏
I hope you have a lovely, relaxing weekend! 😎
Ugh, writer's burnout finally hit me after writing seventeen novels, five novellas, and about fourteen short stories. I took most of this year off, only writing one novelette and three short stories. Sometimes you have to say, "Enough!" and take a break, and get away from all of it. I am starting to get back into the groove, but taking it slow with three projects on my desk, two novels, Exiled From Earth and NASTI Business, and an anthhology, Tales From The Galactic Rim. I have all sixteeen stories already written for the collection, and just need to put them together.
My little chicks are adapting to their new home, leaving the coop when I open the door, and returning to it at nighfall. They look pretty ugly now, with them losing their down, and feathers growing in. The larger chicken run is nearly complete. All it lacks is a few zip ties, tarping the top, and filling in the gaps under the frame. I also need to add a branch for the chicks to perch on, a swing, mirror, dust bath, and a toy or two to keep them entertained. It will probably be a month before I let them into the larger chicken run. For now, they are enjoying their new super-delux chicken condo, and its smaller run.
@@jaytoney3007 Jay, you write as many books as you grow vegetables!
😁👏👏👏 😁
No, seriously, that's a lot of writing so it's understandable that you might need a break. Sounds like a lot of interesting sci-fi books though. 😎
Glad your chicks are doing well. They're so funny-looking for a while before they emerge as beautiful adult birds. 😂 You've outdone yourself on that chicken run! I bet they'll absolutely love it!
People often see my coop and call it a luxury penthouse (😁!)- but my chickens give me tons of healthy, delicious eggs, so I figure they deserve a nice place to sleep and lay those eggs. 😎
Kim we are so lucky to have such beautiful rivers in Northern California. Have you visited Folsom that is a beautiful city too. My mom and I use to go to street fairs there every year. Oroville, Gridley and Biggs have some gorgeous old buildings but they don't have many because the towns are small. The hotel on main street in Biggs is definitely haunted. Stay cool if you can.
@@KarenBowers4 Hi, Karen! You're right - the northern California rivers are amazingly beautiful - both peaceful and invigorating. ❤️ I've been to most of those towns and enjoyed them, but not Biggs. The Folsom street fair and the haunted hotel in Biggs sound like definite future visits! Thanks for your input - in this comment and on my channel as a whole. I certainly consider you a real part of the community. 😊😎
It's nice that you were able to to take time off! And it looks like you had a great time! We need time off to recharge 😊, you must know that your channel is very valuable, you have accomplished your goals to inspire others to grow gardens! 33 years of home schooling!!! That's so amazing! That's something to be very proud of! Do you think you'll miss it? And did you say something about your children changing their name? So, with all your children graduating and going off to college, are you an empty nester? ........ congratulations on the growth of your channel! BIG CONGRATS on being monetized !! Well deserved 👏 😊❤
@@juanisgarden5356 Hi, Juani! 🙋♀️ Thanks for your continued support and encouragement. ❤️ I'm pretty shocked the channel finally hit the YT monetization requirements. It's been a long, slow process! 😂😎
As to homeschooling, yes, I do think I'll miss it - it's been our way of life for so long. But I thrive on always learning something new, sort of "homeschooling" myself really, so that will stay the same. 😁
My youngest did change their name - something they've wanted to do for several years - when they turned 18 and graduated. 😊 My "nest" isn't empty though because my two college kids live at home still, and two of my older kids are living here for now, working and saving money. We enjoy each other's company a lot. 😎
@OliveCityOasis you know when you said that you took a break, I was thinking that during that I felt like I was going thru a withdrawal, I was looking for videos and there ware none, so I started watching your older videos from 3 years ago, and I found them fascinating!! My son also lives with us, and also we love having him here, but he's about to move to the new property in New Mexico, we will move after we retire. ..... so maybe you can home school your grandchildren when the time comes.
@@juanisgarden5356 I'm glad you found my old videos! 😁 I had fun making them! 😎
Cool that your son can go ahead of you to your new property - maybe get some initial set-up work done for you guys. 😊
I'm still hoping to be able to teach some grandchildren to read *some* day! It's something I've always thought would be so much fun. 😊
We appreciate your videos, for sure. You were quite busy with your time away recharging with adventures. It's great that your kids almost all adults now enjoy sharing your travels with you. I hope your son with the ladder accident is recovering nicely. I think it would be interesting sometime if you describe what you do with your old olive orchard. They are majestic trees. Thanks for the energizing, yet relaxing tours.
Thanks so much for your comment, Sheri, and for being part of this fledgling community! ❤️ I'm very happy you're enjoying my videos, and I've been thinking I should do one on my olive orchard this fall, so your comment seals it - I definitely will. 😊 I sell some of the olives and cure some myself, but the main benefit I get from them (other than abundant shade and a terrific view!) is year-round olive leaf tea. A savory tea that is so good for me and great almost any time of year - though maybe not the middle of summer! 😎
You're absolutely right - I'm super fortunate that my kids are interested in a lot of the same things as me, and we all like hanging out together. 😎 My son is doing great! Today marks one month after his accident, and he's making excellent progress. 😁 Thanks for your good wishes.
@@OliveCityOasis ❤
So glad to hear that your channel metrics are finally turning into something more sustainable and conducive to a community! And it sounds like you really needed and enjoyed your break!!
@@paull3278 Thanks so much for your comment! I appreciate your support! 😊 Yes, I definitely needed the break, and I'm surprised but excited with the way things are finally shifting and evolving on my channel. 😎
It's funny (and sad) how we often put off taking care of ourselves, thinking we don't have the time, when actually that is what will lead us to our goals faster - *and* keep us healthy and happy. 😊
Oh my God I have that disorder and guess how I discovered it. In 2008 my significant other got a job in the South towns of Buffalo New York. I moved there with him I never understood or knew about the lake effect and oh my god it was gray everyday and it rained everyday and during the winter it snowed and snowed and snowed and I even got locked in my house we all did one year because of the blizzard and how much it was snowing. Not even my boss who sent a huge backhoe over could dig me out. It took me a week of hard work to dig myself out. Not even snowblower would work because it was 8:00 and 9 ft of snow. That's when I discovered that I was depressed every day and it was getting quite critical and that's how I ended up moving to Arizona
@@intuitivegina Gina, it's a small world. 😊 I lived in upstate NY - Rochester, just an hour from Buffalo - in my 20s for a few years. (My former husband's hometown.) Having lived all my life in extremely sunny & hot northern California (other than college in the sunny South), the grey skies and cold, gloomy weather there (courtesy of Lake Ontario) were a huge, negative shock to my system. That's when my SAD really became a problem. I was so happy to return to the West and sunshine! 🌞🌞🌞 So I totally understand your move. 😎
@@OliveCityOasis it's funny we seem to have a lot in common
@@intuitivegina We do. 😊
Congrats on monetization! I take breaks too but mostly because I get too busy to upload. As a matter of fact I'm way overdue in posting a video haha. Nice to see viewers are reaching you in more various ways now.
@@VirginiaFruitGrower Hey, G, thanks so much! Great to hear from you! I totally should have called you out in the video as one of my faithful male viewers! 😁
I hear you on being so busy it's hard to publish. That was definitely one reason I needed to take this break.
I have trimmed down the length of most of my videos and greatly reduced the editing time, so it's now faster to publish, thankfully. (Although this video was a bear to edit because of all the added video clips and photos. 😂)
Looking forward to another fun upload from you soon! Your videos are always interesting and inspiring! 😎
What a lovely video. It sounds and looks like you had a wonderful break, full of beautiful and exciting times with your children. I especially loved the sound of the Winchester House, although I'm not sure I would dare to visit it...
I so agree that reading shouldn't be a guilty pleasure. I love nothing more than snuggling up with a book when my boys are asleep - for as long as my eyes will stay open😄
Hope you are having a very happy, blessed week.
@@backyardsnackyard Hi, Dani! 🙋♀️ Yes, I really enjoyed my break, especially all the road trips. Combining nature and history is one of my favorite things to do! ☺️ The Winchester House was so interesting, and I swear I saw a spirit flit by when we were sitting in the dark in the basement. 😱😁
FYI, your channel features in my recent June Garden Tour Video, as you were the reason I finally went out and found two Blood Orange trees to bring home! 😎
@@OliveCityOasis that's exactly what would put me off, but also make me want to visit Winchester House: you just know it must be full of spirits. Actually seeing one would be so spine chilling!
How exciting that you got some Blood Oranges. I so look forward to hearing all about them in your video - and thank you so much for the shout out, that's so sweet.
@@backyardsnackyard You're welcome! I want others to know about your channel because it's so interesting, beautiful, and enjoyable! Quiet, relaxing, growing in a smaller space, and lots of unusual fruits!
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@@OliveCityOasis ah, thank you so much. That's so very kind and encouraging 💗
Oh my god I'm sorry for leaving so many comments I probably talk too much. But yes I have been watching all kinds of gardening videos since 2020. While watching a TH-cam video you appeared as a recommendation. I clicked on it and watched it and immediately knew that you were what I needed. You even answered one of my questions in a video that was so thorough I now have a good direction in my 9b garden. I plan to lemon verbena because of you I am starting tomatollo plants indoors indoors under my grow lights right now because of you
@@intuitivegina Gina, you cannot *possibly* talk or comment too much. LoL... 😁😎 I'm known for writing numerous long comments on people's channels because, well, there's usually so much to say. (Some would argue I'm notoriously long-winded... 😌)
My tour videos used to be very, *very* long... 😂 Partially because I myself love to watch good long videos, and partially because there's always so much to cover. However, I've learned that most people prefer shorter videos, so I try to compromise with something in the middle. Usually. 😁
@@intuitivegina And I'm *thrilled* you found my channel, and I 'clicked' with you! Lemon Verbena! Fabulous! ❤️❤️❤️ Tomatillos! I see salsa in your future! 💜💚💜💚
@@OliveCityOasis 😁
I have to be honest and I hope this isn't too honest. I come back to your videos and even watch some of your past videos after finding you a couple of weeks ago because I enjoy your personality I love gardening but I keep coming back to you because I feel like I'm visiting with a friend. You are extremely welcoming in your videos your honest and you're a great teacher. So I guess I'm saying your personality and who you are has me coming back and wanting to watch the whole video cuz I feel like it's a visit with a friend
@@intuitivegina Gina, thank you so much for these kind words of support. ❤️ Visiting with friends is definitely the feel I'm going for here, even in the videos where I'm talking ("teaching") about a very specific topic, because that's the type of community I want to build. 😊
One of my goals is to keep things down-to-earth and realistic, so I'm glad to hear your feedback, and I'm so happy you stumbled on to my channel. I really enjoy our comment conversations and feel like I've found a like-minded friend in you. 😊❤️😎
@@OliveCityOasis ❤️
Very nice 🎉
@@TechnicalRamanand0.3 Thanks so much! 😊
Reminds me of making flatbread. Whenever you make a flatbread you mix the ingredients and you got to put it aside for 30 minutes to rest. Well you were putting all the ingredients of your channel together and you needed the 3-month rest and look what happened just like the bread turns out better sometimes it gives it a little rise your channel turned out better
@@intuitivegina What a great analogy, Gina, and so true! It often does work that way. 🤔😊 And now I want to go make some youbing!!! ❤️☺️ (fried onion cakes I learned to make when I lived in China ages ago)😎
@@OliveCityOasis you should make a video about that I'm sure your followers would love a recipe like that and love to learn how to make it. You seem to attract creative people
@@intuitivegina Maybe I will in the fall when it's cool enough to cook again! 😁😎
Hey my friend, I’m glad you had a break. I’m taking breaks a lot. I never pay attention to stats. Good point of taking care of yourself. Love the saying at the end. Very appropriate. Thanks for sharing.
@@rbthegardennannyllc4219 Hi, Renee. Good to hear you know the value of breaks! 😊 I don't give my YT analytics much time or attention - but I do find a few of them very interesting. Hope your summer is going well and isn't too hot for you. It was 113° here today. 😎
@@OliveCityOasis Wooah that’s hot! I was thinking about what you said, “it’s too long and they will not want to see it.” Been there done that with that thought - Those things that we think they will want to see - you get very little views and the things that we think not that much about gets the most views. Eye yie yie - I’m putting out what I want to see. I’m reminded why I’m here in the first place - I wanted a visual of my garden instead of a pencil and paper journal and YT fit the bill. When I keep this perspective in mind, I’m more at peace of what I put out on YT. I’m loving shorts the most, but I love the long videos as well because I love the editing process. At my age It keeps my mind and creativity sharp! I love that. I get outdoors in my garden without a camera (whereas in the past that was a no-no for me) and I just enjoy my garden videos for me and me alone (and I'm pleased if others enjoy them as well). I’m not saying you were saying this - but this was my thoughts and I’ve seen so many YT creators come and go (mostly because it seems like lots of work with very little reward). I’m not sure if I’m able to be monetized or not - frankly, I don’t care. What I care most about mainly is my ability to enjoy my visual journey of my garden and it has come a long way! I enjoy your videos - short or long and I’m glad we are in community together. Thanks for mentioning what others may be thinking but not saying.
@@rbthegardennannyllc4219 Yes, YT & gardening are like a lot of things in life. Many different ways to get them "right" - as in, ways to approach them, do them, learn from them, and truly enjoy them. What works for each individual's needs, preferences, and goals (whether content creator or viewer) will vary, and that's actually so great. 😁 After all, variety is the spice of life! 😎
Hi Kim! This is indeed my first time visiting your channel - hello! I totally get you about the whole TH-cam thing. I spend weeks editing a video, with an hour here and there after work, and then if they don't get many views, it can be disheartening. But the community you mention is worth doing it for - mine is only small but it's great to meet fellow gardeners on here! Glad you have returned! I like your idea about developing comments with videos. :)
@@PlasBachGarden Hello and welcome! 🙋♀️ I love connecting with other gardeners from around the world, and Wales is such a fascinating place! Yes, I 'peeked' at your channel and can't wait to go back and watch more videos! I only had time this morning to watch your YT one from 5 months ago. Amazing how your channel has grown so fast! We're most of the subscribers from your Tulips video? Just curious... 😁☺️)
I'm really wanting to grow the community here, and I'd also like to diversify (broaden?) my content a bit. But we shall see. Slow and steady, right? Or maybe start a second channel.... 🤔
Really excited to explore your videos - they look incredibly interesting, and you're a natural presenter. Great work! 👏👏👏
@@OliveCityOasisGood to chat! Thanks for checking out my channel too! Yes most of the subscribers did indeed come from the Tulips video, a lot from Bangladesh and India, which is interesting. Not sure they're coming back to watch other vids though...
I started off with a combination of gardening and cat videos, but found that some people who subscribed for the cats unsubscribed when they were being shown gardening videos and vice versa. So I've scaled back the cat vids and will start a separate channel over the winter when there's less to do in the garden.
Thanks for the kind words! Keep in touch!
@@OliveCityOasis Oh and I've subbed! :)
@@PlasBachGarden Great idea about starting a second channel for your cat videos. Looks like it will do really well. Milo is a definite star! ☺️
And yes, I hear you about waiting until after the busy summer gardening season is past!
@@PlasBachGarden Thank you! Great to have you here! 😊
Oh my god did I see a rose of Sharon in one of those flower pictures. That's my favorite I used to always have one when I lived out east I didn't know you can grow a rose of Sharon and 9b
@@intuitivegina Yes, that *is* a Rose of Sharon! 😊 I have to keep her in partial shade, but she's doing pretty well here. 😎 I might need to plant her in the ground though because she's getting huge!
@@OliveCityOasis ❤️