When my dad found out he had Stage 4 cancer, he told me, "I'm not worried about you, I just wish you wouldn't be so hard on yourself." I was giving up on creative work and then stopped trying for 8 years... Now, coming back to my creative dreams is VERY lonely, but I see that every moment is part of the process. I hope your girlfriend's healing process goes well and that you keep finding peace wherever you find yourself Andrew, we're all rooting for you!
hey Elis... Sorry to read about your fathers. It's shitty when such a things are happening and make us feel so powerless. But this should fuel our life and show us we can do so many things around here, but in the same time as @Andrew try to advocate here... do it with a limit.
I'm part of the 20%! I am so grateful that I have heard others speak about the value of going slow. I'm a new RU-vidr and by far the majority of the voices I hear say hustle and jump on trends etc but there was one interview I saw who said he wished he'd gone slower at the start, played and explored more. I've just had a crazy 24 hours (crazy for me) with a video hitting 5000 views. I definitely did feel a pressure to do that video part two but I also felt that would be sweeping me off in a direction I wasn't sure I wanted to go. I spent yesterday afternoon and this morning reading and replying to comments, which was exhausting but totally fabulous. I think it's more than just going slow it's about the things that can come into the gaps we create. New insights and ideas, pleasure or joy. PS I am totally jealous you are in my gorgeous Barcelona, I lived there for a few years.
It's so okay to go slow, we often try to take on so many different things at the same time and it gets hard to keep up with it all. If we want to be able to continue and keep it up, it can be better to take one thing at a time and take more time 💛
20% fam 😊. Your message resonates with me heavily. I am a musician and all my growth has come from going slow. Staying in the moment and working on whatever material/technique/song that is in front of me in that moment. Ironically, when I don’t improve/have fun is when I am so focused on “improving” and “getting to next level” and comparing, that I am not soaked into the moment. It is one step at a time and no matter how much we want, we cannot leap 100 steps at once. ❤
20%er! I once told a CEO, who was trying to economize and make sure everyone was working at maximum efficiency: "You can red line an engine for only so long before it completely breaks down." His model wasn't sustainable. Going slow is not only ok, it's proven to get you where you want to go.
"It's ok to go slow." - Great quote! I tend to not start new things at all, and I think this mindset allows us to do something even if it doesnt't feel possible to do it fast. 20%fam 😉
I just lost my job and have a vision to build my own business even though I am not 100 percent sure what that looks like yet. I really appreciated the message of it’s okay to go slow. Perhaps taking the slow route allows us to build something better than rushing through the process. Keep creating great authentic and vulnerable content. I am part of the 20 percent! 👍🏻
Hey Andrew! This video really helped my mindset at the right time. I am 20 this year and I recently started documenting my life into Cinematic but Authentic style videos, creating and telling stories of my life. It is something very new to me that I am still exploring as my channel came and started from gaming montages. The challenge comes when I have soo many video ideas and visions in my head that I want to create into reality but I cant see all the way through. And every time I look at my channel, I feel a heavy pressure on me pushing me to create the next video and the next after that but it happens so much that even if i do, i dont feel that satisfaction because it comes from pressure. I try to tell myself to take it slow and easy and that way the quality of my videos become better because I create them in the right mindset. However I struggle a lot because by comparing myself to other creators that i look up to. I feel like im lacking behind and that I could be so much more. Its like i feel i am doing my best but I at the same time I could do better. This video helped me a lot today because it gave me a reminder that its really okay to take things slow and allow my creativity work its art instead of rushing it. I found myself able to relate to you in certain aspects and it makes me feel less lonely on this journey. Thank you Andrew for this wonderful Art Piece! ❤
I am literally obsessed with your vids Drew!! From the way you film to colour grading to the most important part: the content. I always feel overwhelmed and I constantly comparing myself with others too. I think we are all being fed with the mindset of "constant doing" in this capitalist world because we associate productiveness with the "doing" itself. However, quantity is not quality. Constantly working doesn't guarantee the quality of the outcome or the result. In fact, it is the opposite side of it which resonates with your message of "good things take time".
Hey Andrew, amazing video man. Worth the watch to the very end. So much of the RU-vid grind can be fast paced and such a race. It’s really reassuring to just be able to hear the words “it’s okay to go slow”. You’ve got potential on this platform.
Honestly going slow in this crazy fast paced world is scary, very scary. It feels that if I'm slow, somehow I'm being left behind. Sometimes when your back is against the wall, you have no alternative but to be fast. But this isn't true to everyone, but somehow I still get this perspective. Amazing content, great shots and story telling.
I'm part of the 20% ! This is crazy, everytime you are posting a video, I feel like it was exaclty what I needed to hear. Instantly I feel less lonely in my journey. Anxiety has crushed my creativity those last months. The feeling of not working enought or fast enought is holding me away from achievement. I always feel that I'am late.
I like the concept of "it's ok to go slow" and it's the sort of thing I'd recommend to anyone if they were overwhelmed...but it's a challenge to sit in it myself. I keep reminding myself to be Patient.
I'm one of those who started over and it is challenging for sure. It truly is hard to abandon the mindset of expecting microwave results as a creative, but I'm slowly discovering the direction I want to go. I left a large channel behind and no matter what level you get to the challenges are always the same. However, the process is what makes us better as you stated "It's found in your story, the journey you've embarked on!" Thanks for always inspiring and telling your evolving story. Oh, I forgot to add 20%er :)
Being in the 20% isn’t very difficult, your videos flow and go by so nicely that the end comes at exactly the right time it feels, if that makes sense…
I’m part of that 20% community, g! I would say to u that I totally understand every single word u just said cuz I’m also a content creator, I’m barely starting but my motto has always been “hurry up slowly.” I don’t even want to play the game of putting too much content, I try to enjoy the process, but literally. So enjoy every moment, enjoy the moment you drink water, and enjoy this moment of watching these comments of fans saying that love your content and visuals bro. Much love and respect 🫡
I’m part of the 20% ! My mom had me at 42 yo and she always told me she felt like she did a lot of things after most of people do. I kept telling her that she was not wrong or “late” just because the circumstances or the choices she made were with more time and maturity. At the end of the day, i think the environment we’re in has made us think there’s a certain way to do things but that’s not necessarily true and I resonate a lot with the idea that it’s okay to slow down and do the same things everyone does but at our rhythm
Part of the 20% family!!!! Love your message, most of the time I’ll want to stick more with it, but as you say on the video, most of the time is quite difficult to avoid falling on the same rabbit hole of doing everything faster as you can. Good things take time, maybe tiktok has made us forgot about it, but that doesn’t mean it has changed.
Going slow is something I've been learning to do more of this year. It definitely doesn't help when you start looking around and comparing yourself to your peers and feel like you need to be someone, somewhere. Love your videos as always, thank you for being such an inspiration Andrew!
This is currently so freaking relatable! And yes you feel alone in your crazy, in your anxiety. The inner knowing of the voice that needs to be out of you and into the world while battling with the fake voices in your head saying "you aren't worthy." But, you and so many other creatives are in it together, on different boats yes but in the same sea.
Needed this reminder at this time in my life! Reaching this conclusion after burn out but I still have the urge to go go go. We're our own worst critic. About what you said on stressing for not getting a video out "on time". We don't watch your channel for weekly posts. We watch your videos for you and what you have to show and say. Take the time you need ❤
20% family here. I really like your videos Andrew, the style but more important the message and the way you tell your story. It resonates a lot within me. I’m 24 years old, going through weird phases of depression and try to figure out who I am and what I want from life. So heads up guys and keep going either fast or slow, who cares, but don’t stop! ❤️
You’re exactly where you’re meant to be - learn to flow and all will come together. I’ve not watched all your videos, but when they come up on my timeline, they confirm my conversations with self/source. Thank you for sharing your story.
Totally watched to the end! It's OK to go slow is especially important for me right now. We recently learned my son has a 2" brain tumor that he will need to have operated on. It's a humbling reminder that live is incredibly short and none of us are guaranteed tomorrow! I saw this years ago for anyone that needs it, F.A.I.L. - First Attempt In Learning ✌️
An inspiring film as always. I'm currently feeling the consequences of ignoring the need to slow things down and ended up burning out. The last couple of months have been a real battle against my ego to allow myself the time to recover and embrace life at a slower pace. It's heartwarming to hear you advocating for people to embrace the journey. Keep up the great work!
man your content😭🤟 . Before I found your channel, I felt like I was just trying to do things blindly. Your teachings have helped me slow down, take a step back, and approach things with a newfound intention and purpose. I'm so grateful for the way you've inspired me to learn and grow. Your content has made a real difference in my life, and I can't thank you enough. Thank you for everything you do.
Part of the 20%. I can resonate with the need to want to go fast with everything in life and lately that's been impacting a friendship of mine. I've been terrified to take things slow as i feel if i don't move things quick enough that this person in my life will up and leave but the more i try and go fast the more it seems to strain everything, so to watch your video and hear about taking it slow through things is honestly the advice i needed to hear the most recently, Thankyou
This video was so raw, real & honest. I love your style. You share a story then open up about your fears & shortcomings. Amazing work & hope your girlfriend has a speedy recovery!
I'm a a part of the 20% family!!! I was actually talking to my mom about this today. I'm a person that rushes into things very easily without thinking about what I'm doing. But this causes me a lot of problems after I make decisions too quickly. I get really torn up about my decision and then I get down on myself. I actually made a really big decision to live on and island in the Pacific ocena for this year as I am a student missionary here. It's been really tough to be here so far because i did not think the whole decision through. But learning to go slow is just a process of time.. I'm 21, and I know i've got a lot to learn about moving more slowly.. I think social media really makes us feel like we have to rush everything.. But we don't Idk man but this video hit different. Thank you bro!
This came at the right time for me :) I’ve had some health issues for the past few years so I’m working on slow creativity! I loved hearing your story at the end, I think it’s very relatable and important for people to hear. I hope your girlfriend recovers well!
Part of the 20%, Andrew. I really appreciate your video. This is something I am going through right now, with both sports and my work. The video is in perfect timing, I saw it 2 hours after it was published. Your content is inspiring and helps people see things from a different perspective. You are doing a great job if your goal is anywhere near this. Hugs from Brasil!
I'm part of the 20%! I just wanna to thank you for all the content that you've been uploading here, I'm passionate about the messages, edition and cenários of your videos. In the begging I first I came here by chance as a English learner and nowadays I'm a big fan of you.😊
This resonates SO much, I can hardly take a day to do nothing without feeling like a POS. If I'm not being productive then what am I doing? Your video really made me think about what it means to give yourself permission to just live and let things flourish. When you talked about if you'd gotten all the success right away you wouldn't have had your style and what makes everything uniquely yours, it was a total 'aha' moment for me. Loved this video, it was also absolutely gorgeous!
20%er here. I’m 50 and changing gears again. It’s stressful, exciting and scary to do in every phase of life. I was having dinner with my son earlier this week and said ‘slow and steady wins the race’ and stopped myself and said well.. so does fast and steady.. so.. probably being steady is more important than any type of speed. It’s where the progress is born and grows. Love your videos. Looking forward to the next one..
Thank you so much. I cried at that note. It is true, but also hard and it hurts. For anxiety, for failure, for trying my best. For my projects. For my daughter. For life. But it is true. Thanks for the Reminder from a 20% ❤ and that you are you. And that it is ok to go slow ❤
I’ve been struggling with juggling my passion for RU-vid, my major upcoming exams, and of course my feelings. There’s so many new things I’ve been experiencing the last couple weeks and I’ve kinda been stressing about he fact that I’m making really slow progress. I started slowing down last night to try and figure some of my thoughts out and plan a little better, which has definitely helped a lot. What I’ve found is that going slow is fine as long as you don’t use it as an excuse to do less, but rather use it to set the right tone & foundation for what you’re trying to achieve and not rush things. Quality over quantity, but build up both over time.
"Its okay to go slow" we are not going slow, we are allowed to go through it with our own pace and it is okay even when most of them makes you think its not.
Part of the 20% I was having this exact conversation yesterday and also referenced how I had this exact conversation last month. I keep coming back to rushing myself even though going slow is the only option I have right now. It’s hard for me to accept that I don’t have time to do all the things so I can reach my goals. It’s hard for me to accept that I have to go slow because the first quarter of 2024, I created a lifestyle for myself that was ideal and I was pursuing all my goals. I felt fulfilled and on my path. Life changed and now I’m far away from that version of life and I have to do a lot less which has been hard to accept.
Andrew! I love your contents. I am trying to start filming and creating, one day I just searched start on RU-vid and the first thing that seemed interesting was your video since then I have been coming back and watching your videos over and over. Please keep up the great work and I wish you all the best! You are very inspiring and i am so happy you are doing such an amazing job! lots of love.
20 percent family. I'm in the process of making my first youtube video. You actually inspired me to finally start! And I'm learning that I can't start out and be on the level i'd like to be. Learning this im just happy to be here and to start out :))
20% club. Yea. Ive been embracing going slow lately. Enjoying things like typing, or inspecting cars, and walking slower. There are countless benefits to it. Soaking up life rather than trying to get to the end. Keep it up. You are just making break throughs.
Super wise words and important to hear! As I myself was sitting on an edit through the summer while I was hanging with my kiddos, I had to sort of surrender to the idea that it would take a long time despite being really excited to get it all together and uploaded. It can feel a bit like why do it at all if I can’t just move through the process in encumbered by life. But then you really think about it and really those complications are probably the parts of life to spend more time on and on purpose go slow.
Thank you for the video. I can attest to the struggle of going slow or at least trying to. It seems like one moment you have an idea and you start working towards it yet life says “not yet” or “not now” and it’s stressful. But our hearts and the life ahead of us don’t always sync up and that’s okay. Growth isn’t possible without those moments where we feel stuck. Anxiety and whatever mental battles ravage my brain tend to make life need to feel faster because I don’t feel as if I’m being productive or I’m simply not used to giving myself the time it takes to find peace in my life. And that’s hard. REALLY HARD. But patience and an open heart go a long way. Thank you for opening your heart to us.
I love love your content. "It is okay to go Slow" well I went fast for 3 years and it just hit me tthat what I am going after is not what I want and not who I wanted to be so as I stopped I learned to love the art of doing things slow, to think clearly and feel the beauty of the process.
As someone who is currently trying to break into the RU-vid space, this video really resonated with me. It's rough putting in work over and over and getting next to no results. Im definitely in that lonely stage you mention. It's motivating to hear im not on my own.
Brother, you have only uploaded 8 videos... and I mean this in the most supportive way: Don't rate your success in the numbers, measure it in your actions. Maybe set yourself the goal to upload 100 videos. If by then nothing happened you might move on but you sure did learn a lot and hopefully enjoyed the process of creation. It's quite likely you will have success if you show such determination but there's no point in starting this journey if you can't detach from the outcome. Otherwise you will never truly enjoy it. That said: I know it's challenging and god knows I've not always lived up to this myself but it's worth doing what we can to keep this mindset. All the best for your journey brother.
Bruh, you are a lovely role model of a human being which struggles with its own talent/gift/creativity/energy but does the best out of it. Thanks for sharing all your thoughts, feelings and projects. Much love & light
Love the video and the idea behind going slow. I also often have that feeling like I should be further in what I do, both hobbies and work, but you explaining that new perspective let me thought it through more and gave me more calmness. Thank you :)
it’s for sure okay to go slooo. been there for sometime and realizing it and embracing the learning and change and understanding/wisdom. it’s worth every moment
20% here, I struggle with waiting as well specially now. I have this life plan where I move out of my country I get to live in the city I want with the people I love working and studying what I really want, but I still have to wait a whole year apart from all of that in order to get my degree. It’s so frustrating being in a place you don’t want to be counting the days you have left. That’s why I really appreciated this video
Hey Andrew! This is my favorite video of yours so far. And it’s not just because it resonates, but more so because it felt raw, honest, genuine. Hope your girlfriend is healing well ✨
20%. Great video. As a RU-vid creator myself, I have also been struggling with the idea of having to post fast and regularly. But I try to come to terms with just enjoying the process of creating a video instead of rushing a schedule
i was journaling about this just a few hours ago i struggle with a constant feeling of 'i need to do this this this'' as i feel like i 'should have achieved more at my age', comparing myself to others who have already done it and therefore feeling like i 'lack time.. ', creating an overwhelming feeling and therefore getting in a negative mindset loop i know its complete bs, but it's a feeling that always keeps on coming back so again exactly what i needed, thankyou !
I am part of the 20% that made it to the end and I just want to tell you that this video might be exactly what I needed in my life at this very moment, thank you very much for your content man!!
There’s a saying that I came across recently that struck me like lightning, “anything worth doing is worth doing slowly”. At a certain point it becomes effortless to take your time doing something you love. Could be making a sandwich or writing a song. That saying really helped me understand that I, not society, am dictating and respecting my pace. Cheers from Atlanta, 20% fam ✌️
Class of 20% here haha. Go slow feels like a mantra for my life. By society standards my peers are usually ahead of me most of the time. But what I've picked up on is that even though I'm "going slow" , it usually works out way better than I expect for me. So I find peace in moving slowly. The universe is lining up the perfect shot for me is how I see it lol. I definitely don't believe in that "I have to post once a week" mindset. Not that I'm not trying to get better. I am but by moving at a pace that aligns with me. It seems to be working for me here on RU-vid as well. 35 vids uploaded and already hit 1000 subs. The watch hours are next. I got about 500 or so left. I'll keep pushing forward but slow and steady. Thanks for this reminder to go slow 😉
20 Percenter, I struggle with the same thing on taking things slow. I just found your videos keep them coming take as long as you need to make them. They are quality 🤌🤌 and inspiring keep at it man!!
I'm still struggling with going slow. Recently, I decided to stop creating videos to balance my life and return to it when I feel OK. It's difficult to handle everything at once. Sure you know. Great video man!
"Let your body set the pace. It's ok if that pace is slow." - advice to me earlier today from a wiser older gentleman So much of the "success" advice out there is people parroting and peddling what people want to hear, not wisdom. Relax and try to stay curious longer more often. And thanks for the art.
I’m part of the 20% and I agree with all you’ve said. I’m in a similar season where I’m learning patience & though it hasn’t been easy it’s been helpful. It’s okay to go slow & trust God in the process
Part of the 20%. I’m taking a break from being a music producer it’s been about two weeks now. I’m rethinking how I view my production. This video definitely came at the right time for me, so thank you for this precious journal entry. ❤
Was at the middle of a video and felt I need to go next, watch all what is there for me for today, but I decided to go slow, and watched till the end ;) it's ok to go slow, as you said. Big thx for this one
Thanks, Andrew, for your videos! And for the 20% family😊 I remember a good rule from another RU-vidr. “Make a step every day”. Just one step to become closer to the new you.
This was the first video I see of yours. I agree, as a filmmaker myself I feel like i have to be working on a project all the time. If im not doing so I automatically feel like a failure, no matter how many projects I've done in the past. I have to remind myself all the time that "it's okay to go slow"
Andrew I look forward to your videos so much, you always inspire me. This video was a good reminder, I’ve been struggling with disabling chronic pain for a couple months now, and it’s changed all my ‘plans’ for my future. I’m 19 years old, I’ve had to take a step back from college because of the health difficulties and I really do feel ‘behind’ compared to my other friends and peers my age. But, you’re right, it’s okay to go slow, over the past few months I’ve learned so much and have figured out who I am. Once again andrew, thanks for your art, you’ve inspired me to make my own videos :) 20% Fam
20% fam. It's definitely ok to go slow! We can get too caught up in keeping up with society; when in reality you only need to keep up with yourself. Find what works for you, and get better every day. Gradual ascension; don't get too caught up in the past and know that your future is secured. You only need to do well with what is currently at your disposal. I'm speaking to myself as well lol Keeping going yall👌🏽
I just started my own company to do photography and consulting, it's scary to start, but things takes time. And thats ok 😊 Your videos are very inspiring and makes me want to just start filming more of my everyday life, and just clip it together and narrate them.
I love your content so much. I’m brand new in my RU-vid journey and some days I feel completely overwhelmed but content like this really helps me ground myself. Thank you ❤
Hey fellow Andrew! Love your content! You are going to explode soon. Keep doing what you’re doing and you will go far! I also am in a phase of life where I feel too busy and like I want life to happen right now! Thanks for the remixers!
Thank you for this man. I’m going through this phase Where im into startups which my days been spent on them 24/7. I continously rush and stress about not spending time on my work, your video gave me a little of a wake up call. ❤
