How to find your Direction in Life (a guide)

[@struthless]

Thanks everyone for all your lovely comments! Genuinely. This video is one of my favourite videos that I've ever made so it means a lot. Here are the main exercises: Direction (for me) can be a byproduct of the following three things: 1. Feeling like your timeline is finite 2. Understanding that compromise is inevitable 3. Cultivating self-belief Exercises for cultivating those three things: FINITE TIMELINE: (Both corny questions, but they work) 1. What would you do if you had X amount of time to live? X Can be 6 months, 5 years, or 20. Whatever time amount gets you excited. 2. What would you do if you knew you couldn't fail? COMPROMISE IS INEVITABLE: What does the __(see list)__ side of you want for your life? • Sensible • Lifestyle-orientated • Relationship-orientated • Ambitious • Altruistic Write down any commonalities. SELF BELIEF: Recognise the unconscious rules you live your life by and question them until you find their root. PUTTING IT ALL TOGETHER: 1. Write down everything you wanted 5 years ago. 2. Write down everything you want now. 3. Write down everything you think you'll want in 5 years Now write a small description of your ideal life, covering what you do, who you're with, and where you are - and don't overthink it. You can change it whenever, but for now, it's a pretty good guess at your direction in life. Hope that helps!!

[@edv_9]

I also think this is one of your best videos, everything about it is amazing! Thank you so much :)

[@knucklescapricorn31]

Love your work, man! I am one of those people who paused the video on my phone and opened up the notepad app to do the exercises. Your videos are truly helping people and changing lives ❤️

[@TwoDoors]

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[@camilarojas7888]

Thank you 💗

[@JeanneDArte]

thank you for writing it down in such a structured way, that really does help :)

[@hamustagirl]

Its really hard to find someone who talks about self improvement without making it feel that cringy / unrealistic Just wholesome content

[@aubreetanner9543]

It's hard to find someone who talks about self-improvement without promoting the idea that you just need to force yourself to do things and have more "discipline." These kinds of exercises are so similar to what I already do/what has worked for me, so it's nice to find content that gives me more ideas and expands on what I already know is constructive.

[@ericksebastianquimbayoboni1494]

I wanted to like your comment so bad, but then the ammount of likes is "222" Didn't want to break the sequence so here I am.

[@uluomu]

@@ericksebastianquimbayoboni1494 now it‘s at 242, you can give thumbs up again

[@ericksebastianquimbayoboni1494]

@@uluomu T.U. :3

[@rogeliosalinas2638]

look for the channel better ideas, his videos are also really good and not at all cringy/unrealistic

[@linda9581]

In the "everything that you want now" exercise I just wrote out of the blue: "Learn that self love is something that I should give myself unconditionally and that it's not reward or something that I have to earn" and idk I find it weirdly inspirational. So if you read this, you are worthy of loving yourself❤

[@sharonoddlyenough]

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[@indiabilly]

Thank you, that’s very true and also lovely xx

[@КатяБерг-б7о]

So true, thank you so much for sharing it

[@Butzacooky]

Thanks for sharing - it’s dawned on my self that I know only one person that knows my every hardship, every success, and every mundane moment in life - me. My self may try to ignore my love but can never deny of its omnipresence. At some point, hopefully with practice, my self opens up and accepts all of my love. I hadn’t reflected on this deeply enough, but my love is unconditional in those I care about. I’ve always given them my patience and understanding for their failures and successes. I know that they will strive and stumble through moments at various stages in life. My unconditional love is there for others whether they need it or not. Likewise, if my family and friends express their love, I can’t deny it. It’s not mine to deny. And the same goes for my self-love - ignorable, for sure, but never outright deniable.

[@kaitlynatkin2829]

I absolutely love that! I think we could all learn something from your quote.

[@evan8542]

Hey thanks for this video man. I just turned 28. I feel so lost in life right now. I really needed something like this. I'm hoping to make changes in my life soon. Might even go back to school next year. Keep up the great work man

[@billie_the_birdie]

I'm in the exact same position - same age, about to go back to uni. Good luck mate!

[@claamedeiros_]

Me too and same age 🥺

[@ra6153]

Same man! Good luck!

[@samosamo1775]

aw keep going! i wish you all the best for going back to school, or finding your direction! ✨❤️

[@cguibcx]

I felt this so deep in my soul. I'm turning 28 next month and just barely figuring out what I need to do (and sacrifice) in order to finally start my business and stop working for other people. Good luck on your journey. ✌

[@m.moralesandrea]

I get why everyone’s just talking about the advice but THE PRODUCTION OF THIS VIDEO IS ON ANOTHER LEVEL MAN, I LOVE IT!

[@citizenscum4075]

Dude I am actually a constantly vaping music producer who works in IT and hasn't been to the gym in 8 years, I feel like you made this video specifically for me and I will now re-watch it from the start and actually do all the exercises. I feel personally attacked and I kinda love it Thanks Cam ❤

[@codemiesterbeats]

😂

[@shiramischmid7572]

Hey Cam I just read your old comment here and wondered what happened in this year? Did your life change? I hope in a good direction! ❤

[@atroaunesluoma]

great songs dude

[@_Simoose]

Hey Campbell, I might be early enough for you to catch this, so I hope you get to read this. I was pretty depressed at the start of this year. Lockdown and the resulting remote work had me down in the dumps and my motivation hit rock bottom. Watching your videos has been the first stepping stone for getting out of that situation. Since then I've binged your content, read the book, did a lot of introspection and made changes in my life. This year I finally made the jump to running my own business part time, I'm currently 4 months sober and I'm in a totally different place mentally then a year ago. This has taken me a lot of work, and there have been rough patches for sure, but I couldn't be happier with how this year turned out and I want to thank you for being a big part of that change. You are truely changing lives for the better.

[@samlab2935]

im not campbell 😂 but he helped me so much too so its really nice to see your comment. keep it up xx

[@indiabilly]

Am so impressed by what you have achieved, you should be so proud of yourself, it’s phenomenal, I think struthless is brilliant but all of the people that make changes in their lives because of it are pretty incredible too xx

[@janemorrow6672]

🙂

[@mrs.quills7061]

Congrats on your sobriety dude!! I found him during the lockdown too and he woke me up as well. Done a lot of self assessment and while I’m not perfect, he also helped me get unstuck. Happy to see this channel is like pushing everyone towards their goals and dreams!

[@FooBarBash]

Congrats dude!! That's amazing!

[@DustyGogoat]

Changed my life a lot this year. Started taking KZbin seriously. Got promoted. Got fired. Started a business. Currently feeling depressed this time week so I’m gonna binge some of your videos again. Merry Christmas 🎄

[@m.maclellan7147]

Hey, you made CHANGES ! GOOD for you ! Changing is hard ! Keep going.

[@storiesbynaima]

I hope you’re proud of yourself and these feelings won’t last forever!

[@sabrinahuyke]

Merry Christmas to you! Sending positive energies your way.

[@thomasphilip8916]

It's very important to find people who have same ambition as you.

[@ra6153]

Wish you well & all the success my guy!

[@youpig6060]

4 minutes in and this man tricks me into doing a 5 year plan. I fucking love it

[@sciscapes]

I just lost my biggest relationship and my entire support system. I've been up all night trying to avoid hurting myself and this video being uploaded just grounded me enough to help me. Thank you.

[@osoniye4209]

Yes. I found it very grounding, too.

[@Avaaaw]

Hey, I hope you're feeling better. Life is so rich, you don't know yet all the people who will love you and support you X10 Take care ❤️

[@brittanihoward4311]

Hey, how are you doing?

[@googelybear]

As someone with similar old dreams I have another explanation. At least for myself. Daydreaming is safe. It's a fantasy that is at its most beautiful precisely because it is far away. Really going for it means you have to get closer and face reality, which has a very real chance of disappointing you. Also, if you don't follow your dreams, you can then reason with yourself that you haven't really failed. Since you never actually tried. I still have other dreams. Time for some new years resolutions I guess. Which by the way, would be interesting for me to watch from your perspective. :)

[@abelsimia]

Sometimes I am wondering of it's really better to try, work and fail or never trying. But I think...if you try and work, there is a chance you fail but learn from it, and maybe become better...and finally succed. 🤷

[@POPDATA]

@@abelsimia you will always gain something from your attempts that will get you closer to success if you keep trying and failing… you’ll end up looking around and be like “wait a minute, I’ve come so far”

[@MrKurtis3232]

Great work! The “You”ll never be 100% satisfied w/the thing you do.” Really resonates with me. I honestly thought something was wrong with for never being satisfied with the thing I’m doing or pursuing. This video really helped.

[@jsllspncr08]

yes, same! and reminds me of the other tidbit he have that resonated with me: when being creative, aim for 70% instead of 100%, and you can always go back. both help me get out of that perfection fear loop.

[@kodidane5824]

@@jsllspncr08 Wow. You just cleared up a lot of my frustrations and fears with myself. What a great message, thanks! 😊

[@georgerowell4958]

Please explain why this is though why can’t we be 100% satisfied with our path?

[@jsllspncr08]

@@georgerowell4958 nothing's perfect :)

[@FeastForThought]

"Yeah, man you gonna die" Now that's a motivational message, I can get behind. lol "Not choosing a path, is choosing a path" resonated with me the most, I would even argue that's the path with the most regret at the end. Great video as always, keep it up.

[@reptilesgamers00]

Not doing anything is the most expensive thing you can do in your life.

[@duluvlad27]

“If you aim at nothing you become plagued by everything.” “The worst decision of all is none” -JBP

[@gabrielledenby]

@@duluvlad27too true.

[@Natalanium]

I started an office job doing admin at a law firm less than 2 weeks after my final uni exam in order to avoid bad MH over summer/post-graduation from not having anything to do, but I recently realised I'm wasting the creative talents I cultivated when I was younger. The notes I took from this have helped me see and understand what drives me and what I want to aim for, and I'm feeling so much better about the things that lie before me. The "not choosing a path is choosing a path" part really resonated with me. Retreating into your comfort zone during a difficult few years is only a temporary solution, and I think this video is one of a few new things in my life to help me start to come out of that shell and really go after what I want and live a purposeful life. Thank you.

[@gabriellasanchez335]

I feel like discovering this chanel and ACTUALLY understanding it at 17 is a huge advantage

[@FilipKotula]

im 19, i dropped out of school a month ago, don’t know what’s next for me, and just going day by day hoping i’m not alone. your videos are really helping me ease off my anxiety

[@maryseb.7133]

Right with you there 🙂 i'm also 19 and dropped out. I've definitely been struggling with anxiety but doing my best

[@kyliemcartney4316]

You can always go back to school in time, when or if you are ready ( i started uni at 40!). If you need time out then that's what you do, give yourself time to work out where your life goes next - the world is so fast with everyone rushing around trying to get so much done. Slowing on down is ok!. With anxiety I found things helped if I may share. 1 a quote: most of my worries in life were things that never happened. Thinking logically have all of your worries come true? Some may but not all of them. So breathe through it and try not to worry so much. 2 you are clever, you can problem solve - how many problems have you failed to solve? Maybe some because that's life but the majority of them you have dealt with. I dont know what you are anxious about but you are not powerless. Sometimes the solution just takes a little time to come. 3 think of yourself in 3 months time or 6 months time, just laughing at yourself because you were worried about that thing. It might make the thing feel smaller. I remind myself all the time of the science of anxiety - it kicks in fast and overrides the reasoning part of the brain so it's hard to argue with your anxiety. I mentally hit it with a baseball bat and give myself time to take a breath and think it through. I hope you are doing ok.

[@FilipKotula]

@@kyliemcartney4316 thank you, i have been really depressed for 4 months now not having done anything, life just seems so hard. i’m staying positive and will get a job soon to get out of the house. i just need to realize that i deserve a break and have a long life ahead

[@sabrinasarkis6837]

@@FilipKotula hope you're doing better than when you posted your comment 4 months ago, even a little. I didnt go back to school until i was 21 after I graduated and I find the thing I've observed the most is that a lot of people would really benefit from a year or two away from a more rigid school environment to just let their soul breathe. Even now at 23 I ended up deferring for a year just because it felt like pushing myself to keep doing something, even art focused, wasn't going to be beneficial for being able to absorb whatever it is I wanted to learn because of my state of mind. I'm really glad I listened to that feeling because this year hasnt been amazing for me either, my cat died a few months ago super suddenly and there's been a lot of weird ups and downs of motivational energy and general outlook on things like, "things are fine" and "things suck real hard but what can you do". I guess this is where i've found myself like you and most others in the comments here to see what things i can try to steer myself in a more helpful direction my main point thought with that whole block of text is that, if school is where you really want to go back to and finish and follow through, amazing, but don't rush yourself. if you dont feel ready or in the right state of mind, thats okay. take the time to sort out whats been in the back of the brain archives n just actually live life for a little bit. Like you said, you deserve a break and the time to just gather your thoughts and put the foundations for a healthier and more pleasant state of being. be patient and kind to yourself, theres a lot to learn and relearn when it comes to thought patterns and learned response but you'll get to where you wanna be in time :) School will be there when you're ready, take care of yourself first.

[@De-bl7mz]

I don’t think dropping out without a plan is a good thing. But you do you buddy, i dropped out in 2020 bc of Covid, and had to move countries. Online school wasn’t for me. Was 15 and now i’m 17, so far things are going pretty good for me, i still plan on going back to school. or GED cuz i wanna go to college, but let’s see how life works out. Good luck

[@hongvicodes]

I used to an aspiring software engineer back when I was 20. But I wasn't willing to put aside 60+ hours per week before the computer. Data structures and algorithms all bored me to the bone. Imposter syndrome was all on a rage and many times I questioned my own motives, my own "whys". It wasn't easy to find an answer to such a big question, but now I do. Often times it's because of the lifestyle it promises and the person that job would make me. Plus the insecurities of being an indie developer and the fact that you have to manage everything yourself. Quitting it has been more or less a good decision.

[@joshautenjr.9291]

I can’t imagine how many people’s lives you’ve changed for the better, i’m 20 this year and finding your channel has steered me in a much more positive direction than i could have ever imagined, i thank you with everything inside myself

[@namedrop721]

Guess what, you’ll still fuck up. You’ll still have to learn to pick yourself up no matter what age you are.

[@BusyPush7278]

I can’t say enough how much I appreciate your videos. I’m probably one of your older viewers…I’m 42 but after dealing with abuse, bad jobs, and health problems for many years, my world has been turned upside down and I’m still struggling to find my purpose, even this late in life. Thank you for offering this real advice and solutions to get back on track.

[@vialavie2437]

OH MY GOD!!!! I can't stop thinking about the amount of work that went into producing this video... It's Amazing! The shots, animations, information given, script, editing, colors, audio, pacing... just everything was right on point! Your videos just keep getting better and better 😱

[@elettraarazatah5999]

The high paced motivational music in the background was what I appreciated the most

[@leowzhilin]

I'm 23, hav stayed home for 2yrs directionless & unsure of what to do in life. I hope that I'll find out smth abt myself upon watching ur vid, & doin the journaling exercises. I feel like I'm at a turning pt in life whr I now finally hav control. Lately I've been struggling, dealing w fears I'm gonna die. It wasn't until I watched this vid, that I now k it's my mind pushing me to do smth w my life, & that it's normal & healthy to be thinking abt this fear. Thx, I really needed this vid.

[@sofiaballarin8355]

wow. I've actually taken the time to do this exercises - my usual self would only watch the video and be like "yeah cool, I'll do it later". But I did them and daaaaaaaaamn... when I was typing down what I would do in my last 6 months and then 5/10/20 years, I had tears in my eyes lol I am feeling rejuvenated. I will do it. I will have that life. I want to work hard to achieve it. thank you, thank you, thank you! And for all of you watching and reading this random comment, take the time and write those answers down... it's gonna help a little. And then the work is up to us. But it's gonna be worth it!

[@pops8975]

FYI… I DID just pause and write my answer down. I think this is great! I appreciate your humility each time you talk.

[@m.maclellan7147]

Same ! ;)

[@valooontina]

I’m 20 and sometimes feel weird about EVERYTHING (like lost but also not lost. It’s something I can’t really describe). I think some of you may feel the same. So thanks for your videos, you really do help me a lot. Happy new year!

[@chrisw395]

Thanks struthless. Im 21 in a month and have just decided I want to at least try being a full time artist because I dont see anything else brining me as much satisfaction in life. Even though being a creative is the most challenging, up and down, and scary thing you can do in my opinion.

[@samr1541]

I don’t usually write commends, but I wanted to thank you for taking the time and effort to inspire young and old creatives around the world to guide them towards a goal and direction which is so hard to find in a world with so many different opinions. This video helped me become more aware and concrete of what I want out of my live and to write it down on paper. This video didn’t change my life but it did give me a good idea of what I want out of life to look like and what I need to work on to make it happen. I appreciate all the work you put in these videos to make them entertaining and helpful for many creatives such as myself! ☀️

[@liandyogi]

I am the musician who quit her job two years ago to "pursue my passion" and I totally resonated with what you said about it being "much harder than expected and how we thought it would be easy cause we love it." There are parts of the job that are difficult (finding the money + social media for me) and parts of the job that are fulfilling (creating music + connecting with people around the thing you create). And I didn't realize how much work it would take. I put in the work but it's leaving me tired and wondering, can I carry on like this? Is this sustainable in the long run??? Hence, the timing of this video is impeccable. Did the first exercise but the bosses analogy is soo gooood! Calling out inevitable compromise is wise. Reminds me of something Mark Manson said. Everything is shit sometimes so what shit sandwich are you willing to eat. Thanks for creating such awesome videos and a cool community!

[@doodleandghoul]

Dude, first of all, I friggen love you. Every single video you do just hits home. This video feels so aligned with my current journey at the moment. I deffo relate to the impending finite timeline. I'm 33 and feel like I missed out on time in my 20s to actually do something, I also have health anxiety and am always afraid of dying at every friggen moment, but this 'fear of death' thing is actually super motivating and I've done more in this past year than I ever have in my creative career, and got to admit, I'm super excited. No idea where it's heading, but I've got a direction and curiosity is leading the way. Keep making awesome vids dude.

[@susyisya]

I rarely drop comments, but this time I really wanted to thank you, after analyzing the 5 bosses, I realize what I'm doing has 0 interest from all 5!! what a surprise, no wonder I have low motivation to do the work. I'm crying after I found out about this, now I'm working to make things better

[@Zeydarchist]

here's the thing i learned when i were a few years younger than i am now... when someone comes up to you, excited about- y'know... whatever it is, positivity costs nothing. kinds words are free. in regards to the uncle laughing at the kids ambitions, it cost nothing for him to just turn it into encouragement. heck, the kid could have even made it, and made it worthwhile.. that kindness, could have turned into pride, if this kid actually built a rollercoaster to the moon. i know it's kinda cliche by now, but it's still so true. i lived a LONG angry, hateful life and i'm turning 30 in like 3 weeks, and i hate feeling just so emotionally constipated and angry.. so i do my best to go against how i was raised, in hate, spite and etc. it's a slow process, but i'm getting there. thank you for this video, and thank whomever may have taken the time to read this as well!

[@ayantiel8]

"you're probably not gonna do this, I know how these things work" well now I feel like I've been issued a challenge! :'D (turns out the one consistency through all those exercises is I want to write a book. I should get on that) been lurking in this little corner of youtube for a while, and it's been really helping me this year to keep both hope and focus towards improving my life. I still have far to go, but looking back I've clawed myself out of a deep pit, and I want to keep climbing, gathering more tools (like an ADHD diagnosis, medication, coaching, and support from loved ones) along the way. Thank you for these videos.

[@Briannotated]

As an older person, the suggestion to play with the timeline on the question at 4:21 was really helpful. If I only had six months left I don't honestly think I would change very much. If I knew for sure that I'd still be here in 10 years, what would I want to have done with the time? That question totally changes how I think about caring for my body, relationships, and living space. Six months feels like an almost disposable timeline.

[@billie_the_birdie]

I found the part of your book where you asked where the opinions you think are yours have actually come from. Found a few 'well meaning' folks in some of my core beliefs. Slowly directing those beliefs to the door. I think also looking at good friends helps here. Not the friends who you know only from their highlights reel on social media, but people you've shared the ups and downs with. An old school friend of mine has just begun a compromise job in her dream city, and the location makes the job compromise worth it. She's having such a good time. I'm stoked for her and want the same for myself. Kicked me into action I can tell you

[@mindymac_does_stuff]

The timing on this is perfect, literally quit my corporate job two weeks ago and I'm struggling with my non-corporate life, I know what I don't want to do anymore, but what is it that I really do want to pursue. I'll be working through these exercises over the Holidays and hopefully get a good sense of my direction. Love your videos, they've been so helpful and inspiring during this challenging year 💜

[@liandyogi]

Hey Mindy, I quit my corporate job this time 2 years ago and it has been challenging, fun, rewarding, and something about what you said really spoke to me. Just wanted to say you're not alone!!

[@alexmonster6594]

I am actually amazed by this video. The animations, the editing, everything is perfect. But most importantly I think this video single-handedly made me understand that I shouldn't really care about what I thought I wanted to do, but what I want to do with my life now. For the last couple months I'm battling with myself in what direction I wanna follow. I like so many things, but none of them are connected with the others. As a 21 y.o. I have a bit of time in front of me but it's not infinite as he said. That was an awesome video!

[@surjaa.c]

How is it possible that your videos make SO MUCH sense to me? I feel like I can relate to almost each and every thing that you say. Watching any of your videos always leaves me feeling positive and motivated to take action to improve myself.

[@towaniisme]

I'll never get tired of saying this but I feel like you live in my head, take all the questions/thoughts, lay them out and help me understand myself better. Thank you, Cam! I also really like this video format!

[@jaimetan]

Solid advice! I love the one about self-belief. You just have to pick a direction and run with it AND GIVE IT TIME. That’s where the self-belief needs to kick in - in order to keep you going through the initial hurdles you might face. Great video! 🙌

[@PassaFloraElle]

I appreciate and relate to your content so much! I'm 29 and have been paying closer attention to my behavioral patters over the past couple years and damn...there's been lots to unpack lol. One thing I've struggled with over the past few years is laziness and procrastination. I love tricking myself with busyness that doesn't actually move me towards my goals, and then I end up overworking myself and slip into months of feeling unmotivated while doing absolutely nothing. I'm looking forward to practicing starting tasks and staying focused enough to complete tasks and projects I set out to do. Your videos help put words to experiences I didn't understand! Cheers to everyone finding their way in this life, we got this!

[@zzsuccinazz]

Thank you. I stopped as you suggested and answered all the questions (3 pages on word doc) and realised that 1. the important things are the same in all time frames: people, nature, creativity and wonderful life experiences 2. none of the important things has anything to do with success, money or fame 3. I am on the right path to having all the experiences I want to have.

[@robinbentley7690]

It's actually crazy how accurate you are man, your videos are better than any therapy it genuinely feels like you 100% understand what's going through my head without the slightest clue of who I am! Thank you for putting these out, much love brother

[@ninjasandnoodles8447]

Hey struthless, you can't even begin to understand how much your videos mean to me. I had a quarter life crisis and your videos helped me realize that I wanted to change my life. Most importantly, you helped me realize that I COULD change my life. Now I watch them to stay motivated and to stay on the new path, since so many things are trying to tempt back into my corporate jobs and comfortable, predictable life. Keep up the good work!

[@zornslemon]

Your talent for gaining insight from your experience and then communicating it to a large audience is truly remarkable.

[@craftypod]

This video is just what I needed, and somehow all year long you've been delivering just the video I need at the right time! I'm halfway through your book, and I just love how real and grounded your ideas are. Thank you for making videos. It's not an exaggeration at all to say, you were one of the things that helped me weather 2021.

[@Lola-ko4is]

You’re saving a lot of people’s life with your work. That’s amazing

[@katrinajordan6708]

Love what you contribute to society. Wish there were more genuine, down to earth people out there sharing honest content the way you do. Bought your book for my sister for xmas & she loved it. Makes me proud to be an Aussie :)

[@Shin-hc7ov]

Finally a someone who don't just randomly starts to give motivation and actually tells steps and stuff . Thanks for the videos man

[@leila3604]

hi struthless, thank you so much for these videos! as an aussie 17 year old who's very lost this is so helpful!! I loved your book and I've been watching your channel for a while now, it's amazing to see your videos increase in quality, structure and aesthetic over the months... awesome job!! :)

[@DigitalGamersX]

Here's what I wrote down for my 5 bullet points at 4:49. I'll be back here in 6 months on the dot to see how I've done: 1) Lose weight - Im not obese, but definitely got some Pandemic Pounds on me, and I want to be healthier. Goal is to lose 25 pounds. 2) Study and produce art more consistently - this is something I'm already doing, just I wanna ramp it up more. For the first time I've signed up for online art classes through CGMA which I hope will bring my art from intermediate and start putting me on that path towards professional art. 3) Start working on *that* comic - I have had this idea for a self contained comic I've wanted to make for months now, and I've designed a lot of the characters, but just haven't started it yet. Havent pulled the trigger on it. 4) Reconnect with those I have lost, and disconnect from those I know aren't good for me - I've fallen out of touch from certain people in my life who we never really had any ill will towards each other, just, life happens. And on the flipside, there are certain people in my life I want to back off from and get away from their toxic relationships. 5) Land a job that is fulfilling and pays okay enough. Recently been applying like crazy to a bunch of education and nonprofit based positions (the one thing i have them most experience in aside from retail bullshit). I've done 90 applications, only landed 2 interviews, but I gotta keep on trucking along if I wanna move forward professionally.

[@dimitardobrev3296]

Good luck random internet stranger. You can do it!

[@lucam7790]

Oh, man. Just for once the KZbin algorithm didn't fail me. This vid is exactly what I sought. My main problem was I didn't know where to start seeking for the answers concerning my life direction and all that stuff, but here I found the start line. Thank you for all the tips.

[@becausevideos8692]

I've watched so many videos on this topic, and all of them have been cliche, unrealistic, or largely unhelpful. This is the first video I've seen that clicked so much that I ended up feeling confident in a career change. "The 5 personalities" was quite helpful. Thank you for making this.

[@dahoyasmine2248]

I'll never be able to thank you enough, you chaged my life.

[@stef4746]

Dude, love your videos. I’m 25 and a bit lost right now, too. Exploring new avenues, and stopping the habit of giving up when something doesn’t go how i want it 🙂🙃

[@anxiety8054]

Dude… im literally that 20 y/o day dreaming right now. Thank you omg

[@RoseGoldBri]

Broooooo I’ll be 31 in September and I swear this is one of the most helpful videos I’ve watched! THANK YOU

[@TheKutlessrock]

I love your down-to-earth way of teaching and inspiring. Motivational speakers (life coachs, etc.) usually drag out their talks without giving truly actionable advice. Your videos help me take steps I need.

[@devons.3481]

writing out this whole thing forced me to face the fact that i not only want a new job, i want to completely change the trajectory of my career. i'm not even sure what direction to go in with that though. i have ideas of how i want to feel and vague ideas of how much money i want to make, but i can't really search indeed based on whether they'll appreciate how much i bring to the table. this is my perpetual problem of not knowing whether i'll actually enjoy or succeed at any given job before i'm actually doing the job. genuinely asking, how do i figure out what jobs i want to apply for, when all i know that i want is the right vibe?

[@TheRealDylanStreets]

Im only 14 and these are lessons I've learned after years of trying to find out who I am. The only one who can define you is well.. you. When you feel pain or sadness or anger and bad emotions don't push them away and forget them let it become part of you these emotions are part of life let your self feel. Do more then you think your are capable of or you will never be more than you are at this moment. There is no secret purpose to life it's just you. You don't get to decide your beginning but you get to decide your fate so who are you meant to be. You can't change who you are for example imagine a tree sure mabey you can change the healthiness of it or choose when the leaves fall or planted the seed but it will always be a tree you can't change who you are. I found my purpose as a leader and to show that people can bring eachother together and that change is possible.

[@gokanshurisbabyfather4003]

I'm 33 depress and anxious feeling lost . I'm slowly getting out of my of my comfort zone watching videos like these. Thank you

[@offbrandslim]

Thank you for making content that doesn't feel forced. I feel like every self-improvement youtube out there is all about the "alpha male grindset" or something of the sort. You feel real. Thank you for that.

[@cfiocco]

My daughter (she’s 10) was told yesterday that she needs to start thinking about her career which made me flip out. I think I’ll watch this video with her while emphasizing her job right now and for the next couple years is exploration.

[@gusmonster59]

I don't why people think a child has to decide 'right now' what their career is going to be. It's ridiculous. Let them just be a child and use their imagination and play. She doesn't need to watch this video. She just needs to be kid. How else do you find out who you want to be?

[@namedrop721]

I mean, are you upper middle class? Because if not, she’s right

[@Sundropstudios]

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[@sorubro2193]

Hey, good channel, not everyone can make this type of content withouth making me think i'm a lazy fuck for taking a day or two because i'm overwhelmed, subbed

[@mrpickles9429]

Dude.. I’m almost 24 and am flailing a bit. But every second of this was gold. My mind is blown.

[@ashwinkrishnanpc7555]

Hey Struthless. You're really good at breaking down complex advice into accessible, fun and easy to follow exercises. When Naval said find the thing in the world that you can be the best at, I think he was talking about people like you. Keep doing your thing man.

[@toothycookie]

I'm 30 and my whole life I thought I was meant to do art. Now I know that it's still what I want, but I have to narrow/reduce my scope significantly. Thank you for always providing such excellent insight. I plan to pick up your book when I have the money. I hope your 2022 is wonderful and fulfilling.

[@lonewolfheart1697]

Thank you for this! I'm 41 and I struggle with finding direction and this was a reflection of why. Have a fab Christmas and keep doing your thing 😊😊😊😊

[@jowlorenz9555]

Yeah Way ! The principals for all true belief systems ARE essentially the same Good Orderly Directions a.k.a. GOD Wow --- far out ! And down to earth . Now everything makes more perfect sense ! Thanks for thee head's-up yawl ! however Talk about corruption ! The blood of Jesus is not a blank check to do nothing or be like 'whatever'. Don't just sit there neutralized by blissful ignorance ! "Beware of the genetic-molesting 'leaven' (artificial sugar-coated lie bull HOOKS) of the so-called 'authorities' and scribes trying to sell us all out to the highest bidders." Actually jesus flipped out on the diabolical barbaric practice of selling innocent critters to be kosher slaughtered on the altar in the temple --- as a bogus way for schmuck human-cattle to have their 'sins' forgiven. the original sin was being schmuck enough to eat the forbidden fruit eggs and flesh of innocent critters like snakes do . (suffering causes suffering) Eating innocent critters is very bad karma indeed . thank goodness jesus stuck his own neck out to remind us that forgiveness depends on how we treat even the least of our bretheren ... (How would you like it if nobody cared enough to help you get out of the death-trap pits and snares ?) Man wouldn't it be great if someone else would die so that nobody would ever be held accountable for any sins anymore ? --- sure looks like spreading the other cheek further for the pedophile preistclass to rape everything more easily is backfiring big time ... Too bad --- Easy believers make it way too easy for the great deceivers... The last thing jesus wants to see when he returns with a serious vengence is a another death worshipping meat-cult double-cross... B-Less schmuckered yawl ! we best not let anyone try to scare the friggin Be-jesus outta any of us ! even Greater works than these kinda ones like our prince of peace performs super naturally through us faithfull free radical followers --- shall become the new normal ... Become the type of light worker you want to see in this world ... Like the good shepherd likes to say : "my joke is sweet --- and my burden is LIGHT !" for every step in the right direction we take --- the sun of god takes ten more for us ... get ready for G--ZEUS to return outta the clouds with a batta-Lion of starships (and sun dragons) armed to the teeth --- while the vast army of murdalized martyrs and resurrected saints go marching in with a seriously hilarious vengeance ! --- Leaving No ( peace, happiness, and freedom loving ) stoner left unturned into a hero of sorts ... Thank goodness for thee Divine down to earth Principals of : Peace --- kindness Purity --- integrity Ballance --- mindfullness Patience --- trust Strength --- will power Generosity --- forgiveness Encouragement --- joy Wonder --- insight and Enlightenment --- upliftment ... Anyhow --- Less B-Less-ing and More Best-owing to all yawl ! in all ways remember to stay thankfull and Ask thee GREAT spirit And THEE MOST HIGH intelligent designer located in the heart of all creation for guidance on how we can redeem ourselves most effectively --- rather than merely sit around aimlessly waiting for great pumpkin pie lies in the sky to save us ... So take heed --- and hold fast because the cosmic-director don't take too kindly to procrastinating i - do - laters who delay helping themselves realize how to instruct those that oppose themselves from being more brilliantly redeemed and grateful than ever before ... Muchos Grassyass ! And Goddesspeed ! (Schumann resonance has been off the charts lately) Sure Looks to me Like Empirical evidence of the thee Most High --- blasting out brilliant freedom rock riffs on rainbow coloured guitar strings ! (Guess we'll just have to wait until it dawns on ALL of us !) Lighten up ! And stay positive yet vigilant... And again yawl --- thanks for helping to keep the ideal --- real ! Check out this other stellar alternative cosmic solar weather report : this awesome looking nasa footage of what appears to be a giant black space serpent getting blasted by the sun : kzbin.info/www/bejne/qmHNmJ6ldpiMrcU interesting --- how NASA stands for never a solid answer . the spooks are actively blocking huge chunks of their own data and it's making all the independent space watchers wonder what the heck they are trying so hard to hide ... Be aware of the new age pedophile preistclass deceptacon hex-nut Luciferian transhumanist one world religion however. 5D --- or 5G ? if you think the wages for schmucking the whole world into going to war against everything pure and natural and good are astronomically enormous --- yer darn friggin right ! Watch out for them multidimensional illegal-alien shapeshifter demons trying to use celebutard mouthpieces like meat-puppets to sell us all out on the fantasy 5D Deceptacon hex-nut deception --- of trading in our original divine organic living body soul vehicles --- for Crystalline bodies sure sounds more like more transhumanist hogwash motherschmuckery (to this here proud grateful indigenous earthling) Anyhow --- We best not let ANYBODY try to scare or finagle the friggin Be-jesus outta any of US ! So yeah --- ( i know ) good luck with THAT ! Thee Light of god is written in our hearts . . . so Hold FAST and Goddesspeed yawl !

[@sharonoddlyenough]

I'm 40 and feeling similar.

[@austinackerly5362]

Love your vids dude. You make great self-improvement vids you don’t just say how to do it or say motivational cliches. You give exercises and steps to take to learn how to improve for ourselves. You make getting our asses into gear sound a little less daunting. And for that I appreciate you. I’m 26 and just ready to do something about my life. I’m going back to school but still lost on what I truly want to do. I’m hoping the up coming workload will force me to take action and really figure it out.

[@fatimav441]

I’m almost 27. Starting school on monday, my second bachelor’s not related to the first one. The pandemic made me realize I needed a job that could ensure more financial stability. Sometimes I’m terrified but I’m learning that this is part of being adult. Like he said, you’re never fully satisfied, and perhaps you’re never fully sure but still have to do it.

[@RVDS1996]

I find it extremely amazing how good the bosses part is. Just insane how accurate this is, at least for me! The example about the office life, wow, that's me right now. Graduated 2 years ago (25 now), got a job as an Industrial Engineer at the world leading semi-conductor company. So, title yeah cool, very good income, decent people but I make other people proud, BUT holy Luka the Liver is so angry with me right now! This because I'm such a dreamer and since first year of university I promised myself to go after my dreams and this office life is just not for me at all, and look at me now... And as you said, everyone is calibrated differently and some bosses way heavier than others. I have a huge passion for skiing and surfing, and recently year also in photo and video. I am just imagining a life where I can combine being active and do my passions daily while for example make content for pro athletes and/or companies within this industry. Wauw man, watched this video twice already and saved it to watch it more times. Much much love from the Netherlands man, Subscribed!!

[@rohitgandhi4991]

Same with me!!!

[@HeyJanaebers]

Awesome new set!✨ I’ve had this topic on my mind a lot, especially being 25, in grad school and unemployed after quitting my full time job last year. Now, I’m trying to take my art career more seriously and really move forward with it. Very thankful for your content :)

[@But_WhatIf]

Are you me but in female form? (Sorry that I asumed you are female, but Jana Ebers does sound female^^)

[@HeyJanaebers]

@@But_WhatIf Lol yeah, I’m female~ ^^

[@khakikohii]

Hey do you have an art account? I wanna follow you. I'm in the same situation rn but my parent aren't supportive of me to take art seriously.

[@maskingtables]

I always like to bring the example of my sister who is a doctor. She went into it to prove herself to everyone. Convinced that the hardest path would give the most rewards. She graduated in the middle of depression and stress that only got worse and worse as time went on. She was helping people, raising her social status, had bragging rights, decent pay, etc... She hated herself cause she never really wanted to do this. She did it because she thought the bragging rights and recognition would fulfill her. Years of working in misery. Now she is a baby sitter and is more stable and content with life than ever. People like to put random values on different careers that won't align with how your brain works.

[@pochsilog4230]

i feel real cozy and warm knowing I'm your kind of people! I have a notion journal page for each of your videos I've watched! but also have a irl notebook for when things flow better by hand.

[@azulvillalba6489]

I think I started loving you a little in some weird way, you're like this sagittarius/capricorn friend that helps you get your shit together in a caring way THANK YOUU

[@robertcatlow1881]

I never usually do the exercises in videos such as this, your message at 4:43 as you made me pause, take the time to write things down and actually think about the points you raised in this video. Thank you!

[@bubble313]

I just wanna thank you for being so realistic here..like Idk why when I tried before to know what my path is I just had this expectation that I needed to find my real answer in one journaling session..hearing you saying that it took you couple of months made me realize how I was beating myself for something I had inaccurate/non realistic understanding of..got my pen and notebook out and I'm watching this again as much as I need♡♡

[@kaitlynatkin2829]

Honestly this was inspiring, it helps to think of things from the outside. I struggle to look within, instead of comparing. I am planning on taking these exercises and doing some "soul" searching for what it is that I want out of my life. I am almost 24, and I feel behind...

[@tinka6468]

I feel like most of us watching this or struggling with „finding our path“ are in reality struggling to pinpoint the path we want to pursue, kind of knowing what we want to do and what our path can be, but are too afraid or too cautious. For me it is very helpful to look at me from the outside, asking myself what I would tell a friend struggling with that. Maybe you already believe in yourself and are kind enough to yourself so you don’t need to do that- if not try it out, I hope it helps some of you to answer the questions in this video and find your path- or the belief you need to start pursuing it

[@katarynek]

Crazy good video. I did the exercises and had a couple of eye-opening moments in there. I am 40 and had a lot of different "paths" in my life but none taken like really, seriously. You made me realise my family made me put all the importance to Aziz and Selma in my early years, which led to compensating with Luka A LOT after graduation, which made me not choose any path just dip my toes everywhere and now I've arrived to a point where I just want Freya (though I kinda start missing Aziz), thinking it will cure me but in reality what I need is All of those Crazy Heads balanced!! Simple, but I needed your video to make sense of my life. Thanks @Struthless, always a fan.

[@andrewabrahams9489]

You know Its amazing surrounding myself with all these people who are going through their different life experiences but still somehow find a way to be positive and help others. Man I dont even know you guys but love you already

[@IndiraLuz_art]

Everyone is singing the chorus back to you. And it's beautiful. You've done it man.

[@derrarmes]

honestly you're my favorite person to check whenever i need help / advice, you're so GREAT and not boring

[@Qwaspolk1209]

You are literally keeping me sane, dude. And Iam not joking. I come to your videos not only to get ideas and directions of what I should do (which btw thank you man, you dont even realize how much you have helped me get some grip) but also your vibe.. i cant explain how your vibe simply just puts me from feeling like shit to the state of "yeeah, i feel like shit... but i can really do thaat" :D i like you, and thanks for your advice. Hope you have a nice day. OwO

[@vii1663]

I'm watching KZbin very rarely, but when I get a pop up notification on my phone and seeing you've uploaded a new Video...I CLICK INSTANTLY. You're by far the most sympathetic and "real" person out here. Thank you.

[@TheSpiritCarriesOn]

Love you, dude! :* This musician story is me almost to a tee. I was in many bands, though, but none of them were commercially viable. I actually felt really fulfilled, but 30's came and I understood that people my age have carriers now and I just have good times to think back on. This video and exercises presentes are worth at least 3 sessions with a good therapist.

[@colourfulfeesh9685]

I cannot believe this content is free. These videos have been a godsend. Thank you

[@KreeperSenpai]

I’m 19 and I’m so so glad that I found your channel. Love you, man

[@tanishaapril-stardostal-ch2602]

Saved this to my playlist and it always pops up at the right time. So daunting to pick a direction in life especially for paths that you can’t back out of for a long time

[@ndu1419]

"All life is suffering"... Sad but liberating

[@zuzu_0073]

I'm 20 and and finding your channel is one of the goods that's kind to me and get some clarity in my hazy head

[@luzm9147]

I usually do the tasks you give us.. I watched the video called "how to reinvent yourself in 2021" this year, and I'm using it for 2022.. I love it

[@Nehway]

i hope you & your loved ones have a happy holiday this year♡ thanks for all that you do

[@elisa-sm4ur]

i am so glad i have found this channel. binging all these videos from your channel has given me the courage to tackle the question that has been scaring me for i don't even know how long: who even am i? i feel like i don't have a feel anymore for who i am, who i want to be or how i want to present myself to others. maybe i just haven't thought about it before. is this what a developing brain causes? this channel is a godsend, i just love how content you seem to be with life and the inner peace you have with yourself and the universe. that is what i want to radiate to those around me. now i need to continue developing these thoughts circling through my head. thank you for this.

[@tmlaron2501]

The video I am constantly searching but never found not until now. I guess my search is over. You nailed it. Thank you very much for this. You never know how much I needed it for years. I'm 24 now, I guess it'll never be too late. The timing is just perfectly fine. I really do appreciate you! 🧡 🇵🇭

[@discocathouse]

thank u i really needed this. 24 now and definitely feel that pressure to take care of future me since i hadn’t been before. i’ve got my journal out while binging ur videos. it’s giving me perspective. i appreciate you

[@johnfoster5489]

Starts with a dream in your head. Then believe you can do it. Then self discipline to put in the work. Then reap the rewards. Go!

[@lucasbrehm4323]

Life is way scarier than death. But sticking with life is infinitely more rewarding.

[@kittensrevenge480]

So this year the stars finally aligned and I figured out that all the signs were pointing to becoming an indie game dev. Kind of obvious now that I look back on it, but I turned 30 a week ago and feel like I know what the next ten years of my life are going to look like. These videos gave me direction when I felt lost (which was often, ngl) so I asked for your book for Christmas. Shared a lot of your methods with people in passing too, feel like it helped some. So yeah, thanks for all that you do man, hope you and yours have a great end to the year!

[@winnierolander951]

I don't watch youtube, except your videos, and I've been doing that for the past few years. I just love them and your work, your wholesomeness and everything. Just wanted to let you know that. (also I've been out traveling for the past few months without proper access to the internet and now when I've gotten back i'll BINGE the ones that I've messed. its lovely) thanks!

[@hamvbs5157]

you are a lifesaver mate! whenever i'm feeling a bit down or uncertain your videos make my life much much better! thank you!

[@sairacoolification]

Why did I not find you sooner! I LOVE your videos - they are so refreshingly different and certainly very eye opening. Love them thank you!

[@hannahthufvesson]

I feel like every single one of your videos is so very helpful. And I feel grateful! I'm so glad I got your book, I'm so thankful you share your thoughts and process with us. Thank you for helping me listen to and trust in myself when I feel scared shitless because of the limitations I face (literal ones, I have a chronic illness). It helps me keep my feet on the ground, breathe, remember the direction and to not rush and push and stress. But man, THAT is the hardest part for me. To trust in something that might take many, many years to develop because my pace has to be so slow. I'm naturally an energetic and highly driven person, I'm eager So often, but I have to pace myself nowadays, because eagerness burns me out in no time. It's the weirdest paradox of my life - to move forward through stepping back and not in the least controlling the tempo. And _trust_ is truly the hardest part of that. It's stressful, and anxiety-inducing. And I have to keep reminding myself of acceptance and of letting go (of many things, not in the least preconceived notions about how things are "supposed to be"), and keep remembering that also snails have direction. So I guess I'm a pretty determined snail, when it comes down to it. Snail The Stubborn. Yeah. That's who I'm gonna be. Thanks again! You rock!

[@ginalibrizzi5204]

I’m in a very similar situation and I understand your frustration! You’re not alone. Your self knowledge will keep you on the path, even when the pace gets discouraging. All the best to you!