A Procrastinator's Guide to Finishing Things

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  • Perfectionists, procrastinators, and serial starters: this is an overview of "finishing", from the mindset to the limiting beliefs to the hacks.
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  • @struthless
    @struthless  ปีที่แล้ว +511

    Yoooo! Thanks so much for watching!
    Just thought I'd write out the actionable parts of this video in full, to make it super practical:
    The Quantity over Quality technique:
    1. If you're suck on trying to crack the perfect idea, shift your brief to just coming up with 30* average ideas (*adjust number accordingly).
    2. Give yourself a time limit to do this in
    3. Get cracking
    The idea is that we're trying to decrease our creative inhibitions and access the Flow State. Usually through quantity we can find quality. So for me, when I sit and come up with 40 ideas, usually 5 of those are okay.
    Basically: quantity leads to quality
    Rewards:
    • This is the idea that you motivate yourself with a reward for finishing
    Distraction Detoxes and Lockboxes
    • If the thing that gets between you and the finish line is distractions, you can forcibly remove them in a number of ways. For me, my phone is the biggest one, so I have a lockbox that I put it in. Other ideas in this realm are deleting social media apps and turning off wifi if you're not doing an internet-based project.
    Artificial Deadlines
    • This is where you set yourself a deadline in order to manufacture deadline energy: the motivation that comes when you need to finish work by a certain day.
    Accountability Partner
    • This is when you tell a friend "I will get this much of my project done today. Hold me accountable." And then they hold you to that standard.
    NOTE: if you're looking for an accountability partner, I have a whole accountability partner chat in my discord: discord.gg/y7jJGBRUJ3 the good people here will hold you accountable to finishing things
    Finish Tiny Things to Build Up The Muscle
    • This is where you finish little things around the house or in your daily life in order to get a taste for "finishing". Think: putting your laundry away or always cleaning the kitchen to the point of finishing. The idea here is that you build an identity around finishing, so, when it comes time to finish your projects, you've already put in the hard yards.
    Do it because someone said you can't
    • This is where you visualise someone you don't like (yes it's dark) telling you that you can't finish, and then you use that energy to finish in spite of them. I wouldn't recommend doing this too often, but damn it does work.
    Trust the process
    • This is where you try hold off on judging yourself until the work is done. This one is probably the least practical, and the most cerebral, but for me I use it in mantra form telling myself to "trust the process" when I start to freak out that the work isn't good enough.
    Visualise crossing the finish line
    • This is where you imagine how good it'll be to finish your project, really tap into that emotion, and use that to propel you through that last slog
    Reassess your work
    • There's every possibility that your work is actually finished and you're just holding onto it for a number of reasons. The potential actionable here is to release it into the world as is in order to ignite some finishing momentum

    • @MichaelBrooksUK
      @MichaelBrooksUK ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Another great video, thank you!

    • @peterivan22
      @peterivan22 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Thank you so much for this! There were definitely some amazing hacks that I think will work for me. I had heard it before that done is better than perfect, but how you explained it in this video, really drove it home for me! Love your content! ✌️

    • @raisupon
      @raisupon ปีที่แล้ว +1

      This is SO helpful, thanks

    • @franziskakraussart
      @franziskakraussart ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks for the resumé and the intriguing storytelling (I‘m a painter…)!

    • @dirtyfilthystinky
      @dirtyfilthystinky ปีที่แล้ว +3

      omg literally thank you for this 😂 the amount of times I've typed out your whole videos in my notes app hahaha

  • @GambitRaps
    @GambitRaps ปีที่แล้ว +1341

    Cue the “I’ll put this on my Watch Later playlist” comments

    • @deniz547
      @deniz547 ปีที่แล้ว +30

      Guilty! 🖐🏻

    • @jkprilfools
      @jkprilfools ปีที่แล้ว +29

      read this literally as i hit the + button 😰

    • @aj_matos
      @aj_matos ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Especially after leaving us with the cliffhanger of the James Hunter story at the beginning… I MUST KNOW WHAT HAPPENED TO JAMES RIGHT NOW!!!

    • @jjfecik
      @jjfecik ปีที่แล้ว

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @jimbobaggins231
      @jimbobaggins231 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Dont you judge me

  • @yohaizilber
    @yohaizilber ปีที่แล้ว +607

    I'm procrastinating by watching this video, rationalizing that it will prevent future procrastination.

    • @robotunicorn6462
      @robotunicorn6462 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      lol! Same 😅

    • @user-sl6gn1ss8p
      @user-sl6gn1ss8p ปีที่แล้ว +1

      and now you won a ps5/pc =0
      Turns out It does pay to think of the future!

    • @FishcatGames
      @FishcatGames ปีที่แล้ว +3

      lol.yup. being self aware about a problem doesn't make it not true o_0

  • @anbay3213
    @anbay3213 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +12

    "Done is better than perfect" is my new saving grace. Thank you so much.

  • @earomc
    @earomc ปีที่แล้ว +158

    Omg what you said in the end: "Leave the artwork unfinished and imperfect, just like life" that deeply moved something in me.

  • @pollypocket4323
    @pollypocket4323 ปีที่แล้ว +251

    Sometimes it weighs on my mind how many amazing projects / art / music / book and other stuff never happened because people thought its not good enough anyways and therefore procrastinated. (Looking at myself here, too.)

    • @christinelittle2075
      @christinelittle2075 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I literally just screenshotted your comment because I NEED to tell myself this.

    • @KerrieTeahen-Charron
      @KerrieTeahen-Charron 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

      It is a way of control: not finishing something because then, no one can judge and reject it. This is typically due to some form of trauma in your life and most people do it. I think Cam explained it best regarding how Western society builds values in this video.
      Heck, I'm procrastinating right now; instead of finishing my paper which I need to finish to graduate as a therapist, I'm watching motivational videos on finishing stuff. Now that's ironic.

    • @famishedmonster
      @famishedmonster 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      My reason is more towards "i'm just shouting into the void anyways."
      It's difficult to be seen, to be heard, to be found, in this era where there are too much noises.
      And especially when you've gathered years of courage to show up vulnerably? With creations you hold so dearly? ... Heartbreaking.
      I try to keep holding on to faith. "What's yours will find you." "There are audience meant for you."
      But the longer it takes, the more devastated you get. It's easier to lost your hold on the faith.... It naturally slips away.
      And so you're lost in deep misery... because the story inside you-aching, longing to be heard-keeps growing without destination. 😔

    • @nomoretwitterhandles
      @nomoretwitterhandles หลายเดือนก่อน +3

      I know this comment is a year old but I hope you've been able to work on your own projects, even a little bit.
      To add onto what you said, a movie I'd been waiting on for over 5 years just got cancelled, and I was so upset that it would take the studio that long to just give up on something so hyped. So many of us who waited would've even been fine with a half-finished movie. Then I realized how long 5 years is, and I thought... maybe I could've worked on my own project in that time. Maybe I could've finished something I'm interested in. So I started thinking about what I want to have done in 5 years. It's not like I have anyone but myself to let down, so why not try?
      Basically, don't let 5 years go by where you let those dreams sit in the back of your head. You only have so many "5 years" before you run out of time. Even if you can't finish a project in 5 years, giving it a try is better than not trying at all.
      Don't worry about your work being good enough. Just let it exist.

  • @stardust9625
    @stardust9625 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    I am so amazed at how well-made, in depth, positive but realistic, researched and impactful all your videos are. There is so much value packed in a couple of minutes and I'm so grateful to have found your channel. Thank you, your work makes a big difference.

  • @earomc
    @earomc ปีที่แล้ว +58

    How can somebody say so many true things in such a short amount of time 😂

  • @risika
    @risika ปีที่แล้ว +39

    I was listening to a podcast that said, “it’s important to live life by design rather than emotion. Basically, sticking to a routine is what allows us to be the healthiest version of ourselves (especially when you're fighting these demons ex. OCD for me).
    I’ve had to overhaul how I approach studying, working out and taking care of my brain (journaling) by practising mediocre consistency. Now I try to put in consistent 50-60% effort into my studying, exercise and journaling habit - to make sure I do it I began recording it and posting it on YT.
    Because historically I have a habit of going too hard, not being able to sustain the Herculean effort, giving up and hating myself. So now I’m trying to give a small, consistent mediocre effort everyday. And its crazy how it adds up.

    • @JunoMoments
      @JunoMoments ปีที่แล้ว +5

      This comment is so what I needed right now as I’ve just had my arse kicked by ADHD because I
      of exactly that; emotion led rather than design!

  • @jolittle1206
    @jolittle1206 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Growing up in a perfectionist household, I got scared of starting things. I was soooo hard on myself, because I can only finish if I’m perfect. But THIS VIDEO HELPED A LOT. I feel relieved.

  • @mindymac_does_stuff
    @mindymac_does_stuff ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Damn I needed this, I am productive AF in my current career (accountant) but I really really want to paint, I think about it daily. And I've got at least 20 paintings started over the past 5 years but I've never finished a single one. I'm going do challenge myself to make one small piece of art every day, love your stuff 💜

    • @meanncat3050
      @meanncat3050 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      You can do it! Remember "Finished not perfect"!
      [there's also art challenges that can help but there is none currently going on until like august]

    • @EveryHeard
      @EveryHeard ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes!!! I know what you mean about painting~ I actually got inspired recently when I picked up an impulse purchase at the art supply store- one of those tiny Legion watercolor tablets of paper (only 2.5" x 3.75"). This really forces me to finish and set limits on practicing for about an hour at a time. Yes, working smaller presents its own challenges... and I don't know what medium of paint you're working in (I prefer gouache most), but overall, I highly recommend this practice to increase your practice of finishing paintings to start~

    • @gabudaichamuda2545
      @gabudaichamuda2545 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I'm in this spot. I love to draw, but I really want to study the fundamentals and bring my game up. Problem is work gets in the way and I'm horribly unstructured in my off time.

    • @niiii_niiii
      @niiii_niiii ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Hi Mindy!!!❤️❤️❤️ Reminder❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @avneet2.0
    @avneet2.0 ปีที่แล้ว +337

    The stories you use as examples always fit in so well with the points you're trying to make! Love the message in the end, kinda comforting to know that!! I need to put more emphasis on repetition but I get bored way too easily lol. Thanks for sharing your insight and giving me a skill to work on!! :)

    • @zellafae
      @zellafae ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Same i get bored easily as well, so i found that having two projects to work on helps, get bored of one work on the other and go back and forth. Or you could also have one project and also draw random things that interest you when you get bored off the project, then go back to the project

  • @emperorcoildoragon1873
    @emperorcoildoragon1873 ปีที่แล้ว +230

    I genuinely can't express my gratitude for letting me discover your videos and your channel. This is another video filled with education, lessons, and motivation that I probably couldn't get from others. Thanks for another great video man! I hope you keep doing more of these kinds of videos❤️

    • @dennisbraga920
      @dennisbraga920 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      you took the words right out of my mouth!

    • @janclaunitzer2376
      @janclaunitzer2376 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      100%

    • @9Nikko8
      @9Nikko8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I feel exactly the same when I watch most of his videos. I watch a lot of self help and improving content and I appreciate most of it, I learned a lot. But the way Campbell puts all the information into place, *especially with all the practical advice*, speaks much more personally to me. Maybe the fact that he's really been in our shoes helps him give us more relatable stories as well as advice. He gives me hope that being better and happier truly isn't so out of my reach. I have his book on my wishlist for Christmas, I hope someone gets it for me

  • @4namolly
    @4namolly ปีที่แล้ว +59

    Just realized there's a myth I had to give up to get better at finishing but a lot of ppl still believe: "A Really Good Idea will practically finish itself" like I had the feeling that a great idea had its own momentum that would carry me along. (Spoiler alert not true lol)
    It's more like mining for a diamond and occasionally having the mine collapse on you 😂

  • @linda9581
    @linda9581 ปีที่แล้ว +271

    Just so that I can start the day with a small task that I can actually finish and feel useful at the same time:
    - Alice Neel's work and Introduction: 0:00
    - "The harsh truth": 1:58
    - "Why we stop": 3:39
    - "Write a bad book first": 4:33
    - "Perfectionism and self worth": 8:31
    - "Still feeling no closer to finishing your project?": 11:45

  • @Rachel-sv9pq
    @Rachel-sv9pq ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The irony is that it took me about an hour to finish this video because I kept getting distracted by other things. BUT I FINISHED IT EVENTUALLY

  • @CallMeSheyzie
    @CallMeSheyzie ปีที่แล้ว +6

    In animation school; our professors really drilled into our heads: "Finished; not perfect". After 5 yrs of working in the undustry, I still struggle with applying this mindset to my work. This video was a lovely refresher on that; thank you. :)

  • @Datmosphere
    @Datmosphere ปีที่แล้ว +37

    I hope u know that by talking about your experiences and sharing your thoughts you really help people. This, with the help from my therapist, makes it easier to deal with perfectionism and self doubt. I’m currently trying to complete my artistic diploma and feel stuck. Your videos give me some hope. Thank you!

  • @EmSuperCraftChannel
    @EmSuperCraftChannel ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It is very much a privilege to be able to have the mindset that ones worth is not ones work. Because for many of us our work is our only means of survival and so the existencial dread that comed with doing anything can be absolutely crippling

  • @PhreestyleNYC
    @PhreestyleNYC ปีที่แล้ว +12

    As someone that’s a super procrastinator aswell, I’ve always had the mentality to finish whatever i started, I learned this when I was 14 watching anime. I couldn’t bare the feeling of not finished an anime and starting a new one. Because of that I was able to finish every anime I started, and this translated into my life on finishing whatever task or goal I start on and making sure I complete it.

  • @amyradbill1836
    @amyradbill1836 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    You are truly the best mentor/coach/cheerleader any creative person could ask for. Your videos are comforting and encouraging…and also a good kick in the pants. Thanks, Cam. (And as soon as I saw that graph, I was like, “But it’s missing the overwhelming spike of joy at the end of finishing!” 😃)

  • @vadrudnev
    @vadrudnev ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Also, for the hack when "your project is finished". Since it's finished, there is no need to work on it anymore; however, you can still change a couple of things: slightly embellish a part of the website here, rephrase a sentence there, optimize a code here,
    It might even allow you to enter the "flow state" and finish a couple more things. Works the best for small parts of your projects.

  • @rockerooni
    @rockerooni ปีที่แล้ว +26

    As a gunna, and not much of a do’er, I absolutely needed this today. Another gem of a video, thank you SO much ❤️

  • @ShuriBear
    @ShuriBear ปีที่แล้ว +24

    I love these tips. I am someone who is always very excited to start something new. But when my doubts kick in I feel so much anxiety and dread.
    A TedTalk video I saw last week also had some great insights when it comes to procrastination. Apparently there is a healthy balance between procrastination and precrastination (as the speaker said) that actually sparks more creativity. Very interesting stuff!

  • @DiannaCarney
    @DiannaCarney ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I won’t lie, the second I saw the title I exclaimed (out loud, my family looked over) “OH NO, A DIRECT ATTACK ON ME!” 😅

  • @mirandailchef3337
    @mirandailchef3337 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    This really is self-help in its most pure and nontoxic form. The ideas you shared are simple and actionable and applicable to most situations. Also your content is so excellently edited/curated - these are literally the only videos on TH-cam that my ADHD-addled brain can sit through, fully engage with and absorb information from. Thanks so much for your channel!

  • @JoanneWhitlock
    @JoanneWhitlock ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is a lot of pleasure going back over a body of work too. I put cartoons on Instagram for a year or so, they still make me smile!

    • @NoiseDay
      @NoiseDay ปีที่แล้ว

      I love going back through my old files and finding things that make me go, "I made that?!"

  • @RobertNowland
    @RobertNowland ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You can always count on a struthless video to be an absolute banger

  • @leighhelesia
    @leighhelesia ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I love how you wrapped the Alice Neel story into this video. You’re an excellent storyteller.

    • @alexwilder8315
      @alexwilder8315 ปีที่แล้ว

      But he never told us what happened to James Hunter and why no one ever saw him again.

    • @sydneyperson1336
      @sydneyperson1336 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@alexwilder8315 it’s not relevant to the video lol look it up if ur curious

  • @MirjamSchippers
    @MirjamSchippers ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oh no, I accidently clicked the dislike button. Or to be honest, just to see what would happen, because I don't see that many dislikes anymore. Now I get it, and I think it's a huge step forward for the mental health side of creators ;-) (for those of you who don't know: it says: feedback will be submitted to the creator - or something like that)
    I quickly changed my opinion and liked the video and will share it with a lot of people. I absolutely love the video. When you say: 'The more you finish projects, the more you finish projects in the future' you surely hit the nail on the head. My first book took me over 5 years to finish, will recently I finished a new manuscript in only 2 months. Love your videos (and your book!). Keep sharing your wisdom, Mr. Struthless.

  • @user-fv9lj2xl6k
    @user-fv9lj2xl6k ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Tysm for your videos! I've lately been procrastinating in a slump with unfinished school assignments itching to be done, and a daily average of 6 hours on tiktok. Your amazing videos have helped me put my thoughts to action ❤❤ tysm

  • @tsmuff
    @tsmuff ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really needed this reinforced, thanks for the video. I read a quote the other day that hit me like a ton of bricks. It said "If you chase two rabbits you won't catch either one" and I realized the reason I don't feel satisfied or accomplished is because I am currently chasing about 5 rabbits. I haven't caught one yet and am really out of energy changing direction all the time hopping (no pun intended) between projects. I have been saying that quote to myself over and over to help me stick to one thing and finish it and this video was like an elaboration on that quote. Thanks for helping drive the point home and make it memorable!

  • @ChristieontheStreet
    @ChristieontheStreet 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Coming back to this video in a moment of stress in my life... IDK what it is, but your advice is so helpful, and the delivery is so kind and gentle.

  • @MatthewMoranMusic
    @MatthewMoranMusic 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I saw your video on "The Stallion Theory" a few days ago. I re-created your form - and stuck to it. Published something that day based on the constraints. A few weeks ago I had promised to release acoustic only versions of my songs. By release... finish recording, mixing, and mastering the song. I released two dutifully. Then, started my third, guitars tracked, scratch vocals tracked.... over the past two weeks, I recorded bass guitar, electric guitar, shakers, a scratch key track to give my friend and keyboardist as an idea, a few tracks of backing vocals, a tambourine.... it's sounding pretty good.
    And then, this morning, a friend online says, "I thought you were releasing purely acoustic songs right now."
    I muted all the extra stuff and thought, "Damn... this sounds good and is almost complete. Finish it today." And so... vocals to be recorded with a deadline of this afternoon. Mix and release on the weekend. Sorry about the novella. It was a long way to say, I appreciate your advice.

  • @victoriastefanie256
    @victoriastefanie256 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I don’t even know how I found this channel but I’m so glad I did. They way you deliver genuinely useful info in such a palatable, entertaining, humbling way and thread in a beautiful story at the same damn time, like bruh. You’re a g 💫

  • @mrs.quills7061
    @mrs.quills7061 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This reminds me of the humans of New York photographer. I have one of his books because he’s a huge inspiration to me. So many people have stories we know nothing about and he is able to capture the dark and raw side of humanity.
    Also, I’m sure many (including myself) would love to see that video project you have months of footage of, even if it’s unedited. I love travel videos!
    And I’m the same way with projects at times, I start things I don’t finish, but there’s so many things I enjoy and want to try or do, but I just have a lot of bricks and foundation and not many finished houses 😢 I feel the same way about my portfolio. I’ve been using this year to produce more bodies of work so I can get into some art shows later this year! Usually, I get excited about something else or lose the inspiration to jump back in. Lately though, life has been pulling me away (lots of deaths and funerals in my life rn) so it’s been causing me burn out and a need to step away. But, when everything is stable I do struggle to get to the finish line. It’s like right there and I want to scream because it sucks and I get bored and I’m sick of working on it lol.

  • @ActionCat2000
    @ActionCat2000 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for featuring Alice Neel. She is an alumna of Moore College of Art in Philadelphia, PA, an all-women's art college - same one I graduated from, many years later, although I am way less famous. It's a great school!

  • @zisouhvideos
    @zisouhvideos ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I have to say you have become my favorite youtuber for creative advice. You just seem genuine and your advice is really not just a repetition of dubious self-improvement techniques, but your problem solving process is actually well thought out and and rooted in practicality. You videos never dissapoint, keep it up

  • @comradecameron3726
    @comradecameron3726 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thank you so much for this video.
    It’s 3:08 in the morning I’ve been feeling depressed and worthless most of the day.
    But when you said to write two crappy pages a day. About making something mediocre just because you can. It really clicked with me.
    I’ve struggled for so long with perfectionism and comparing my work and art with people that are decades in the field.
    I think I will try and finish old artwork.
    After I get some sleep.

  • @blaroe
    @blaroe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Added this to my watch later playlist a month ago and i just finished watching it and the amount of notes i wrote down are a looooot and the likelihood of me rewatching this is also a loooooot

  • @imranmd
    @imranmd ปีที่แล้ว

    3:15 "The more you finish projects, the more projects you finish in the future. The reason? It's because finishing is just another skill." Wow!

  • @JadyLester
    @JadyLester ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I'm going through this exact process. A few years ago now, I was focusing on pure output, starting with cranking out ink drawings for Inktober and trying to update my Instagram with SOMETHING, and there is no through-line with any of it, because I want to do everything! Currently I'm working on reference drawings I can come back to a bit at a time, and hopefully it will add up to a more developed drawing than all those one-offs.

  • @desireco
    @desireco 3 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Dude... my head just exploded! For real! Thank you! Thank you! Off to work.

  • @Edgaros
    @Edgaros ปีที่แล้ว +1

    As a major procrastinator i deeply appreciate the work you are doing with this channel. Never stop doing these videos friend...

  • @aaroncrumbley
    @aaroncrumbley ปีที่แล้ว

    At 9:40 you mention one of the themes of the book “Mindset” by Carol S. Dweck PHD. She is a psychology professor at Stanford and the book is about “Fixed” Vs “Growth” mindset.
    She drops gems like “Never tell a child they are smart because as soon as they are challenged in school with tests and quizzes, they have lost their identity. This keeps them from trying new things and only ever staying in their comfort zone. If you are going to complement a child, compliment the actions they took to gain the intelligence. This helps improve morale and keeps them challenging themselves since failure is no longer and indication of their perceived inherent value”
    It has changed my life and I know you will love it.

  • @MaelikWorks
    @MaelikWorks ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For me, personally, the main reason for abbandoning projects always was lack of exitement. Basically, as soon as the exitement/challange runs out, and all there is left is making the boring stuff, be it turning a stack of papers covered in jotted down ideas and scribbles to actual book, or to actually make a game after figuring out how to script all the necessary mechanics, I leave it be.
    Time limits don't work, because "it's personal project, nothing hinges on it being completed in time" and rewards don't work because... well, sure I can have the cookie after I am finished, but I cold also have the cookie now, and finish that later.

  • @melanie_meanders
    @melanie_meanders ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is the type of video I watch twice in a row to really absorb it. Thanks again for another great one.

  • @ayafathallah3274
    @ayafathallah3274 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    You're a huge inspiration to so many - just hope you know that! As an artist and designer I just needed an example that people care and want to learn about creative topics and that's valuable. Other than that I personally love every single one of your videos without fail!! Literally never disappoints I get so excited to watch your videos.

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      @user-nk7hx3ms8y ปีที่แล้ว

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  • @lisamariaartista
    @lisamariaartista ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Imagine if Alice started her paintings with the body & background 😳 Amazing example of the journey taking you somewhere unexpected & it turning out to be awesome 👌

  • @zoidsfan12
    @zoidsfan12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Somewhere in the past I watched a video about you doing those crane drawings everyday. Seeing it again here it clicked in a much different way. This time my brain immediately went "oh you are tricking yourself into being able to practice every day. By making it one singular thing you will always be able to draw it yet also want to spice it up, you give yourself a stable foundation".
    I'm gonna try that myself. And of the hacks you brought up the proving someone wrong one is that one that works best for me. Someone says I can't do something and I'll bend over backwards to prove them wrong.
    Thanks man.

  • @katiasabrina880
    @katiasabrina880 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    struthless consistently posts the most unique and original content on this platform. no “productivity/motivational” videos will ever inspire me like these & i’m so grateful for his creations.

  • @mystupidlife123
    @mystupidlife123 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The "write a bad book first" is such fantastic advice. I've been writing short stories since middle school but never really finished any because I just lost motivation, ideas, or plain thought they would be bad. Now my goal is that even if it's horrendously cliche or full of plot holes or poorly written I'm writing one story that is 100,000 words (novel length). I'm at 43,000 words now which is 5 times farther than I've ever gotten. Will I ever publish this book? Maybe. The important thing is that I want to finish the story. The strange thing is that by taking the pressure off to write an original masterpiece I'm actually really happy with my writing for a first draft.

  • @alxndramarie
    @alxndramarie ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I’m in a hole of where and what to do next because I’ve procrastinated in my art business for so many reasons. I absolutely needed this video. The concept of making a bad book/making bad art first is an absolute game changer for me. I never realized how much pressure I was putting on myself to make something as it shows in my head as opposed to just making. THANK YOU.

  • @thebutterflytoadstool
    @thebutterflytoadstool ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is brilliant. I flippin' love your channel. Plus, half way through your book and it's mind blowing! Huge congrats on such an epic achievement.

  • @earthtotom
    @earthtotom ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such an awesome video - I love how you deep dive into these topics and really break them down

  • @rainzosprinkle
    @rainzosprinkle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Full of gold as usual, really needed to hear that last part, thx Cam 💚

  • @KelliPaints
    @KelliPaints ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have no idea how much I needed this today, thank you! 🥰

  • @carlcadogan4510
    @carlcadogan4510 2 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    How awesome is this video! An important word mentioned it's a marathon. Need to invest the time to get the result too.

  • @FernandaHernandez-ks1te
    @FernandaHernandez-ks1te ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you so much 💜 I always get so much out of your videos.

  • @staceyplummer2864
    @staceyplummer2864 ปีที่แล้ว

    One of my favorite videos that you’ve done so far; very encouraging and I loved the unfinished artwork story!

  • @amanda-7
    @amanda-7 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm always excited to watch your videos and this was a banger! I appreciate content like this because I feel like you're clear, concise, and to the point without dragging it out/skimping on details. Can't wait to see what's next!

  • @incendimedia9965
    @incendimedia9965 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're truly my favorite TH-camr. There's no other creator that inspires me the way you do.

  • @asmar5793
    @asmar5793 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you ❤ I really needed this video.

  • @stanislasmillet5260
    @stanislasmillet5260 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Loved it ! As always, very interesting and motivating ! 💥🧡

  • @carlyboyd6591
    @carlyboyd6591 ปีที่แล้ว

    Man I needed this vid! Thanks 💛

  • @janalyngraham1035
    @janalyngraham1035 ปีที่แล้ว

    I absolutely loved this video!! Thank you so much for sharing, and for putting your work out there, we're all the better for it!

  • @krishnapriyab8510
    @krishnapriyab8510 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank You for creating these awesome videos. Great Work dude!
    Your videos really help me.

  • @SmileyNuk
    @SmileyNuk ปีที่แล้ว

    I really needed to hear this thank you so much for this video! ❤

  • @sto515
    @sto515 ปีที่แล้ว

    Your videos always come at the best time for me. I struggle with perfectionism and thinking that my work is my worth. Thank you for this and thank you for existing

  • @jensenraylight8011
    @jensenraylight8011 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    i'm scouring the whole internet and forum to find the way to finish projects,
    and i can't find anything good.
    to my suprise, your video hit to the heart of the problem, dissect it, and offers a couple of great advices

  • @ericadurda9027
    @ericadurda9027 ปีที่แล้ว

    Yes! So much great content! Thank you

  • @MichaelaBelle
    @MichaelaBelle ปีที่แล้ว

    Killing it with the content as always

  • @ivanalexiev1755
    @ivanalexiev1755 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This was amazing to watch and right on time for me. I've spent today in anxiety and overwhelm due to unfinished projects and was really putting myself down over it. Fantastic work, really!

  • @TheToeBrand
    @TheToeBrand ปีที่แล้ว +2

    We can really tell that you put a lot of heart in your videos. The editing, art and mixing in personal and other people's stories is just *chefs kiss*. And while taking care of a newborn on top of that! Amazing work as always 👏

  • @sparkletwist15
    @sparkletwist15 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually love your channel bro! I just found it and I've been binge watching all your videos!

  • @sandymac7153
    @sandymac7153 ปีที่แล้ว

    I haven't seen one of your videos in ages - brilliant, hit the spot - thanks 🙌

  • @vivnogueira
    @vivnogueira ปีที่แล้ว

    Finding this channel has made me feel like I have just been on youtube FOR YEARS actually looking for it without knowing what it was. I love your way of creating content man

  • @haileywatson5822
    @haileywatson5822 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I really value this channel and appreciate what you’re putting out into the world.🌞

  • @wrymecheers
    @wrymecheers ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I was just avoiding finishing my work when this video popped up, perfect timing. Like always, a wonderful and helpful video, thank you!

  • @The8888Best
    @The8888Best ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The end was everything, this is what i need i have lots of unfinished choreografies that i love but i cant finish for some reason, thank you ❤

  • @residentenigma7141
    @residentenigma7141 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a bloody coincidence, that I just finished a 1hr call with a mate, regarding an eerily similar convo, regarding next steps, taking steps, and reining in one beast and unfettering the other.

  • @Enxama
    @Enxama ปีที่แล้ว

    You always stimulate me to get back on track. Thank you so much!!

  • @alexigreenwood9777
    @alexigreenwood9777 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love your videos! I just ordered your book and excited to give it a read!

  • @Jonathan-rm6kt
    @Jonathan-rm6kt 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This video has helped me realize so much. Thank you!!!

  • @ben_philo6583
    @ben_philo6583 ปีที่แล้ว

    thank you very much for that video! really needed that

  • @haileywatson5822
    @haileywatson5822 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful video. the very end really moved me. That was exactly the advice I needed.

  • @rei6463
    @rei6463 ปีที่แล้ว

    That last advice gave me goosebumps honestly the way you told that story too is so good and perfectly executed. I'm always looking forward to your videos 💕 I always get inspired

  • @joeseatat
    @joeseatat ปีที่แล้ว

    Your productivity videos are so kind. I appreciate that.

  • @amxurb
    @amxurb ปีที่แล้ว

    Really loved the way you edited this video with the story of the unfinished portrait at the start and the end. Really makes it to a whole other level for me. It's just a really well done video. Thanks a lot for sharing all of this.

  • @JackTaylorGuitars
    @JackTaylorGuitars ปีที่แล้ว

    Taking a break during the finishing stage of an ebook right now and your video was the best way to spend it. Appreciate the dose of quality information and motivation bro 🤙

  • @Pyrenthius
    @Pyrenthius ปีที่แล้ว

    affection by achievement is something ive witnessed and experienced a lot of. we are taught we are only good enough by producing some form of observable result. not enough time was spent on rewarding us for being good people and especially for taking the time to care for ourselves. instead we are expected to keep busy and producing.

  • @vincentcorona-evans7832
    @vincentcorona-evans7832 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I needed this! Thank you

  • @ShadowPhoenix27
    @ShadowPhoenix27 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is my absolute favorite of all your videos, and I love so many of them. You managed to talk about everything of what I’ve learned about the subject in my own experience and teach even more - and organize it in a way that makes moving forward feel possible, inspiring, and necessary. Thank you mate!

  • @rigelr5345
    @rigelr5345 ปีที่แล้ว

    Dude this video is the best one yet I have watched from you. Thank you so much for making it

  • @solidstudios
    @solidstudios ปีที่แล้ว

    Great to see these points put together so well like this, very inspiring! I just started my own channel on music early this year, because I've always created songs and kept them on my hard drive because I deemed them 'not good enough'. Now I have a poster of that same quote "Done is better than perfect" at my desk, and just releasing tracks.... and I've improved so much just this one year it's crazy. Incredibly helpful video!

  • @laura987123
    @laura987123 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks for the video, having a bit of a tough day and I always get something of value from your videos. Always a good reminder to be kinder to myself and just try,

  • @AjithKanes
    @AjithKanes ปีที่แล้ว

    bro thanks for this.. really needed this 💜💫

  • @ssaintpie
    @ssaintpie ปีที่แล้ว

    This video was exactly what i needed at the moment. Thank you!

  • @alipiodepaula
    @alipiodepaula 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Great advice and amazing tips, buddy! I really liked it, thank you!

  • @chiweenieacres3870
    @chiweenieacres3870 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you SO much for this video. It has helped me tremendously!