Why I didnt quit

Summary

In this reflective video, the YouTuber recounts contemplating quitting the platform two years prior due to personal struggles and the channel's evolution. Despite the drama and scrutiny, they express gratitude for the support that kept them going. Now living in Japan, they've reassessed their priorities, realizing that growth and fame no longer bring satisfaction. Instead, they choose to focus on creating content that brings joy and authenticity, embracing change and the freedom to pursue new experiences without the pressure of constant uploads or chasing views.

Takeaways

• 😔 The speaker once considered quitting YouTube two years ago due to feeling stuck and the negative aspects of the platform outweighing the positive.
• 🌟 A reflection on the initial reasons for starting YouTube, which was during a time of feeling alone and seeking a creative outlet while in Sweden.
• 🎓 The speaker was on a good career path in university but felt unfulfilled, which led to starting a YouTube channel as a hopeful endeavor.
• 🏞 The speaker expresses gratitude for the freedom and opportunities YouTube provided, contrasting the feeling of being stuck in the past.
• 📹 There have been significant changes to the channel, including an update video to address the past, present, and future direction of the channel.
• 🗼 The speaker and a person named Mars moved to Japan, which is presented as a potential 'perfect time' to quit, but the speaker is still committed to YouTube.
• 🤔 Despite the channel's success, the speaker felt that the constant pursuit of growth was not personally fulfilling and questioned the purpose of continuing to push for more subscribers.
• 🎉 The speaker is proud of the past work on the channel and is ready for new experiences, realizing that they have changed as a person through the journey.
• 🎉 The realization that the channel's growth was expected but not necessarily desired for personal fulfillment led to a shift in perspective.
• 🏄‍♂️ The speaker now wants to enjoy life in Japan and make content that is fun and meaningful, rather than focusing solely on views and subscriber counts.
• 🔄 The channel has gone through various content changes, from Call of Duty videos to horror, and the speaker acknowledges the difficulty of meeting all audience expectations.
• 🤷‍♂️ The speaker is aware that some viewers may be disappointed by the shift away from certain types of content, but emphasizes the importance of personal enjoyment and authenticity in content creation.

Q & A

Why did the speaker initially decide to quit YouTube two years ago?

The speaker decided to quit YouTube two years ago because they had gone through a lot of drama and scrutiny, and the negative aspects outweighed the positive ones. They felt burnt out and were not enjoying the process anymore.

What made the speaker reconsider their decision to quit YouTube?

The speaker reconsidered their decision to quit because they realized that quitting didn't feel right, especially when so many people were still supportive. They also rediscovered the joy of creating content by focusing on the fun aspects of YouTube rather than the pressures of growth and success.

How did the speaker's perception of success change over time?

The speaker's perception of success changed from focusing on growth, recognition, and fame to realizing that those things no longer brought them personal satisfaction. They recognized that success was not about numbers but about enjoying the process and feeling proud of their work.

What does the speaker mean by wanting to do YouTube 'the way I did it when I started'?

The speaker means that they want to return to creating content for the sheer enjoyment of it, rather than for fame or financial gain. They want to focus on sharing things with their audience that they genuinely find fun and interesting.

How does the speaker feel about the different types of content they have produced over the years?

The speaker acknowledges that their channel has gone through many changes, from Call of Duty videos to horror and other content. While they understand that this has led to different audience expectations, they now feel that some of their past content, especially drama and meme-related videos, feels shallow and not fulfilling.

Why does the speaker feel conflicted about the expectations of their audience?

The speaker feels conflicted because they understand that different viewers have different preferences, and they often feel like they are letting someone down no matter what content they produce. This has created a sense of always falling short of audience expectations.

What is the speaker's current approach to creating content?

The speaker's current approach is to create content at a pace that allows them to enjoy their life, particularly their time in Japan, without stressing about constant uploads. They focus on content that they find meaningful and enjoyable rather than chasing trends or numbers.

How has moving to Japan influenced the speaker's perspective on their YouTube career?

Moving to Japan has given the speaker a sense of freedom and allowed them to prioritize enjoying their life over the pressures of growing their YouTube channel. This move has reinforced their decision to focus on what they enjoy rather than what is expected of them.

What does the speaker say about the nature of shorts and drama-related content?

The speaker feels that shorts and drama-related content are distractions that don't add much value. They see these types of videos as shallow and not aligned with the deeper or more meaningful content they prefer to create.

What future plans does the speaker have for their YouTube channel?

The speaker plans to continue creating content at a comfortable pace, focusing on enjoying their life and sharing what they find interesting. They intend to avoid the stress of constant uploads and focus on the fun aspects of YouTube.