11- Is Self Disappointment a Superpower or a Problem

I'm more experienced now. I have better taste. I have more skills, I know more knowledge. So why am I getting stuck in the same ways that I did at 20 years old? That doesn't make sense to me. Yet I am still, even after making 600 long form videos, getting stuck in the same ways as I was when I started. http://MakeStuffChallenge.com

Ten years ago I turned my creative life around by committing to a challenge. It built the momentum that shaped the next decade of my work.I'm stuck again. The last two years have been the hardest of my adult life, and I've lost that momentum completely. My meaningful projects sit untouched while I keep busy with everything else. So I'm doing another Make Stuff Challenge. This time the stakes feel higher, but I still believe it will work. 

Well, I'm sure ya'll could guess after we passed our second full year without posting. This episode shares some of the BTS behind why creating remote podcast eps for Jesse and I are challenging. I want to say a massive thank you to Jesse for helping make these first 12 episodes happen. I cherish them and appreciate our friendship so much. Follow the YouTube channel to drop your comments! https://youtu.be/nBvpzGqq2aw ⁨@JesseDriftwood⁩  The feed will continue to be conversations about the maker journey, but it certainly won't be what it started as. Thanks for all the kind messages over the years. 

Watch video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MakeStuffClubIs searching for the next life hack helpful, or hurting our well-being in the long run? How we measure success for ourselves can also be a massive limiter on how we feel day to day so maybe we should choose a different measuring stick. The podcast for dysfunctional creatives.  Let us know your thoughts on Twitter, and use #MakeStuffClub to get our attentionYou can reach us @JesseDriftwood1 and @theLeviAllen & of course @MakeStuffClub

In this episode, Jesse and Levi discuss the struggle to maintain creative momentum and the fear of losing interest in video making. They discuss the delicate balance between consuming and creating content, the importance of finding a staple activity to complement creative work, and the desire to avoid a creative rut.Throughout the episode, they explore the concept of hyperfocus and its impact on creativity, sharing personal anecdotes and insights. They reflect on how their passion for video creation has evolved over time and the need for experimentation and new avenues of expression.Watch video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MakeStuffClubIs searching for the next life hack helpful, or hurting our well-being in the long run? How we measure success for ourselves can also be a massive limiter on how we feel day to day so maybe we should choose a different measuring stick. The podcast for dysfunctional creatives.  Let us know your thoughts on Twitter, and use #MakeStuffClub to get our attentionYou can reach us @JesseDriftwood1 and @theLeviAllen & of course @MakeStuffClub

Watch video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MakeStuffClubIs searching for the next life hack helpful, or hurting our well-being in the long run? How we measure success for ourselves can also be a massive limiter on how we feel day to day so maybe we should choose a different measuring stick. The podcast for dysfunctional creatives.  Let us know your thoughts on Twitter, and use #MakeStuffClub to get our attentionYou can reach us @JesseDriftwood1 and @theLeviAllen & of course @MakeStuffClub 🎙️ Our podcast hosting is provided by Transistor.fm. 📺 Learn how to start your own podcast!

Watch video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MakeStuffClubIs searching for the next life hack helpful, or hurting our well-being in the long run? How we measure success for ourselves can also be a massive limiter on how we feel day to day so maybe we should choose a different measuring stick. The podcast for dysfunctional creatives.  Let us know your thoughts on Twitter, and use #MakeStuffClub to get our attentionYou can reach us @JesseDriftwood1 and @theLeviAllen & of course @MakeStuffClub 🎙️ Our podcast hosting is provided by Transistor.fm. 📺 Learn how to start your own podcast!

There are some incredible benefits of being a creator and putting things out into the world. There are also hidden challenges that often go by beneath the surface. Jesse and Levi unpack the struggles of facing those challenges head-on at the end of every year, and what it feels like to disappoint yourself over and over. They also explore the challenge of loving oneself and the unhealthy cycle of getting to the end of the year and feeling like they haven't done enough or accomplished what they wanted to. They also talk about how to navigate creating content, particularly in the noisy world of YouTube, and the importance of overcoming initial technical obstacles in order to focus on creating more engaging content.

Watch video episodes on YouTube:https://www.youtube.com/@MakeStuffClubIs searching for the next life hack helpful, or hurting our well-being in the long run? How we measure success for ourselves can also be a massive limiter on how we feel day to day so maybe we should choose a different measuring stick. The podcast for dysfunctional creatives.  Let us know your thoughts on Twitter, and use #MakeStuffClub to get our attentionYou can reach us @JesseDriftwood1 and @theLeviAllen & of course @MakeStuffClub 🎙️ Our podcast hosting is provided by Transistor.fm. 📺 Learn how to start your own podcast!