how youtube changed my life as a 29 yo corporate dropout (& it can change yours too)

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KZbin changed my life, not when I blew up a few months ago, or when I quit my job to do it full time.
It changed my life, when I posted into the void for 3 years, because it taught me the value of compounding, that numbers are not everything, and it made me feel seen, even as an introvert, in a world plagued by loneliness. It also made me wonder: is forcing myself to work hard the only way to success? What would happen if I simply allowed myself to do things I loved?
I hope this video inspires you to see that even if sometimes doing what you love (KZbin or otherwise) doesn't look "successful" by the numbers, every bit of effort you put into it is life-changing. Please don't give up. I'm rooting for you:)
xx,
Evelyn
🔖 CHAPTERS
00:00 intro
01:04 my youtube journey
02:50 numbers don't matter
04:46 being a small youtuber is a superpower
06:45 being vulnerable online as an introvert
09:25 time management
12:41 self compassion
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Hi, I’m Evelyn✨
➭ how old are you? 29 (born in 1994)
➭ where do you live? Guangzhou, China (for now)
➭ what's your MBTI? INFP
➭ what was your job before you quit? consultant/program manager
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on this channel I share my life as a recent corporate drop out, going on a journey of growth and self-discovery to (hopefully) figure out what I want to do, and where I want to be. Grateful to have you here:)
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[@CoraZeap]

girl when you said "i grew up in an environment (*cough asian household) with zero validation" and all you wanted was to be seen and loved, FELT

[@namasterri]

1000000%!!! 🙈

[@tapiocapress]

When I talked about this for the first time on KZbin I was like…no one’s gonna relate, but turns out so many of us feel the same😭😭😭 sending so much love💌

[@WilliamRandomUploads]

So true lol 😂

[@daniellee1722]

My Asian mom tries to be supportive god bless her heart but I can tell she worries about me lolll

[@deazaty1923]

😂 I just started my channel even my family didn't know about it. But day by day I just love the proces producing my own video.​@@tapiocapress

[@poppycalliope]

Been posting on KZbin for 5 years now, never blew up or have a huge following but it has changed my life too! I've created this little community that allows me to be creative and share what I love and care about with a few people who are interested. I do consider these few people who support me my friends, I always feel excited to read their comments! I will keep on pouring love and effort to it no matter what. I related to your video so much 💌 So many things you said made me say "yess, that's what I've been thinking" 😂

[@annieoo6108]

your vids have a viral look! I subbed :)

[@foodbag312]

If you can afford to, definitely invest in a better audio setup. From what I see now that's the main thing that will jump your quality from hobbyist to pro.

[@poppycalliope]

@@annieoo6108 thank you very much Annie! 💗

[@poppycalliope]

@@foodbag312 thank you for the tip! I definitely need to invest in a good mic 🎤

[@hunterandchavy]

Your channel looks nice poppy. It looks like you are doing everything right: thumbnails, niche, video editing. You have more than enough supporters. Sending many blessings to you 🙏

[@gameslikezone2046]

Congrats on being recommended on KZbin - which is how I discovered your video. Work pays off :)

[@alreadywon]

The outtro with the man sneezing and then awkward bump into a stranger was the cherry on top for this video. Keep it up!

[@hunterandchavy]

😂 that was a weirdo on a bike 🚴? What did you do?

[@bexiexz]

haha glad someone else caught it!

[@kahmilabrown]

@@afellowearthling11 14:16

[@justrefiloe]

Lol! Ahhh I loved this part too!!

[@EMJean99]

Ahh I loved it!! ❤️😜

[@starothesea]

i think the worst thing is putting yourself out there only to have an audience that doesn’t really care about you. the magic about youtube or releasing music/art is finding your audience who get you. thank you, i’ve been wanting to start a youtube but i’ve struggled with all the same things

[@tapiocapress]

Yess! The most tricky part about KZbin (imo) is knowing who your audience is, and how to find them (keywords/title/thumbnail). It took me years to figure out who my audience is (at the beginning I wanted to target everyone - wrong approach!), and I’m still learning. All the best with your journey, and I hope you find your audience too🥰

[@lucylikes]

"all I ever wanted as a child was to be seen and to be loved" this hit hard for me, I decided around a year ago to finally create my own channel after years of delaying it and this one question was always in my head "why do I even want to do youtube?" and hearing somebody to answer it for me was really liberating, thank you 💖 this video is amazing and you have such beautiful energy, I'm subscribing!

[@Krystihollow13]

omg same!!🥰

[@EarthyAly]

hey 29 yr old youtuber dropout introvert club 💛 had to come back & comment after watching the whole video & I seriously could not have related more to every.single.thing. As a small micro teeny tiny channel I feel this so deeply. Especially earning every.single.subscriber! Ugh I loved this so much 😭

[@caro.jahdis]

Amazing 🎉I’m also 29 and will start with KZbin. Let’s go for it girl.

[@hillmare-joyedwards5694]

@EarthyAly I'm a new sub to your channel. I would love to know how you create all those beautiful thumbnails.

[@gastronomee_]

fellow young creator here - 800 subs, 2 months old. I dropped out of university + a 6 figure offer because it was draining me and stopping me from doing what I loved - cooking and storytelling. I took a huge gamble and there are days where I question if it’s worth it - but I’m much happier now. Rooting for you and can’t wait to grow tgt.

[@tapiocapress]

That’s so brave of you! Congrats on choosing a path that makes you happy. I’m rooting for you too:)

[@ciarahynes95]

I resonate with this a lot, I work in marketing and know exactly how to market and bring in engagement for brands/companies, it always seems obvious to me, but why is it so hard to apply this for myself? When it comes to my own 'brand' and online image, I question every decision and most of the time it holds me back from being able to share. If anyone has any tips or advice about how to get over this please help a girl out, I know I'll learn as I go what content I'll want to focus on and what I'll want to make but how do I get over the first hurdle.

[@tapiocapress]

I’m just recently learning this so just sharing my thought out loud - very interested to hear from others too. For me it’s about setting a deadline, and working backwards (*Cough* Amazonians out there?) to see what are the things that truly matter that I can fit in that timeline, the end goal being getting a story out that I think is worthy of sharing. This simple mindset enables me to let go of things my mind wants to obsess with, that don’t align with my goal. Otherwise, I get into deep overthinking too, and that leads to ideas dying in my head.

[@SABII]

THIS! I work in marketing too and as someone who's trying to become an online creator, I relate to everything you said above.

[@NotMyFault2]

because you are no longer marketing a product towards brands/companies. You are marketing yourself to individuals and what you can do. And other individuals won't follow the established PC social order in lock-step, like the SJW marketing departments for companies will.

[@angelu]

never say never baby!!! YOU WILL REACH 1M dont discredit ur self like that!

[@Jacqueline.Hannah]

Wanted to add this too - but let's all boosting your instead so she sees it :)

[@Chaseosa]

I am one of those people that found your channel through the "life without a job" video. I just wanted to give some insights on why I clicked on it. From 2017 to 2023 I was a software developer. I didn't want to sit in front of the computer all day every day building someone else's dreams. So I quit my job to travel and to eventually embrace more of a simple, slow living, hygge, minimalistic, mindfulness, essentialism, stocic, forest bathing, ikigai (a lot, I know, but look them up, they would all be amazing topics for your videos :) ) sort of lifestyle. And that was exactly what your thumbnail and title communicated to me. I didn't have much of a plan, but being able to see and hear about someone who did something similar resonated with me. And I think that might be why it blew up. There's a lot of tech people who dream of quitting their job for a more simple lifestyle, and tbh that niche is open and you fit it perfectly. I, personally, would love to see more of those types of videos. Ones that focus on the benefits of escaping the "rat race" and embracing the small simple things that really make you happy, and not just rushing through "life" so you can work more. Also the how-to and encouragement for others to make that leap of faith like you did. I love the style and aesthetic of your videos and think they really are perfect for this niche.

[@tapiocapress]

Thank you so much for the insight! There you’ve done it - seeing something in me that I didn’t even see in myself. I really appreciate it. And I agree - when I chat with my former colleagues almost all of them tell me they wish they could have done the same, but it’s just so hard to escape the rat race. I would love to make more vlogs that explore the struggles, lessons, and ups and downs of being on the other side. All the best on your journey too:)

[@priscillayg]

your comment is inspiring! Im currently a software engineer and dream of one day quitting to focus on my own hobbies and passions. I’m not ready for that yet cause I would like to have some sort of passive income but it’s great to see someone else who felt the same way creating that lifestyle. I hope to someday be doing the same!

[@ninjagous]

This is so relatable for any career that you are passionate about despite not getting immediately in the right position or industry

[@tapiocapress]

We are playing the long game🫶

[@respergu13]

This channel is a hidden gem, some youtubers prefer to livestream so they don't have to deal with video editing that can be time consuming.

[@moonlightfairy444]

I truly adore this style of filming (btw you're so brave for having such vulnerable conversations alone in public). HUGE respect! Your content is exceptionally quirky and eccentric- your passion and creativity translates so much through your inspiring and encouraging messages. Please keep creating, Evelyn! Your videos rock and are my favorite to watch here ❤:)

[@in2wander917]

Yes quirky that was the word that I was thinking of…it is quirky but in cute good way…it makes me feel that could be me if I was videoing and talking in front of the camera. That in a way she captures your attention with her character 😁. It is very genuine content.

[@rafitapro3]

"I'm here, see me, and we' re both not alone"... aaaaaaaaaa I've been wanting to start youtube for soooo long but my need of being perfect in whatever I do is so frustrating (is so stupid actually, I usually search for genuine videos over "perfection", but when I try doing something I can't help putting sm pressure) I loved your video!! You've encouraged me quite a lot and made me feel safe

[@mclynnbanks]

So happy and excited to have crossed paths with you. Here cheering you on…and yes, we are going through very similar things on this platform and in life. So much love 💕

[@mrs.quills7061]

This is so true success doesn’t always equate to money and we really are playing the long game.

[@bexiexz]

so true!

[@GP3D_Designs]

Is this a video of me or am I watching someone else? I mean, WOW the algorythm is unreal. I got this video pushed to me, among a bunch of similar content for the past few months and this one completely hit the mark. Thank you for being you in your videos, being transparent, being vulnerable.. I know what I have to do, but it's so dang hard to do! Much love from Canada ❤

[@ClaireandNanami]

Evelyn, this is inspiring. I tried creating a channel like a decade ago. I made a bunch of videos and I got no views, and barely got a few followers. It was so discouraging because it took me days to make a single video so in the end I gave up, and I regret it to this day. I wish I had kept going. I am planning to try creating a channel again this year.

[@creedandyupi]

As an introvert creator myself seeing you speaking in public and your mindset really inspires me. I just found your channel today but I will definitely be following your journey.

[@tastefuleclectic]

This definitely encouraged me to keep working on bettering the quality of my videos. I just started creating videos three years ago. Oh my goodness I definitely have been looking at the difference between subscribers and videos made on other channels. I’m glad to know I wasn’t the only one but I also need to cut that habit before it gets bad. 😅 Thank you for the words of encouragement 🥰

[@tapiocapress]

Haha yeah that is a rabbit hole for sure…congrats on doing what you love for three years - I’m rooting for you🫶

[@tastefuleclectic]

@@tapiocapress Thabk you 🥰

[@SipOfLatte]

I see you!!! And the truth is, you make us (me) feel seen. Even as someone who isn't introverted, I still feel so similarly -- maybe it's just the human condition, this desire to feel seen and loved. Thank you for sharing this and staying deeply vulnerable, despite how scary it can be!

[@LaosHouse]

A lot of people always compare themselves with other channels and the number of subscribers they have when they should focus moreso on themselves. love your vibes

[@the_jays_studio]

As a tiny channel - thank you so much for being vulnerable and sharing how it feels to be a small channel on KZbin! Congrats on having another video blow up

[@najaeriggs]

youtube is suppose to be this fun site anyone can use, sharing our experiences around the world and more. you're doing a fine job here, you dont have the have a specific pattern or style, i'm here for the person and personality, no stress!

[@shalqlsm5578]

Tbh starting youtube has been on my mind for the longest time ever , I always think maybe when I hv a more ineresting life , maybe when I have more aesthetic place , but you made me tear , honesntly All I want it people who share the same idelaogies and relate to my vulnerabilities, You motivate me to start my first ever video thank you for this 🥺❤❤

[@Salmon_nigiri]

It feels scary though, I’m afraid to put too much effort into my videos cause it feels like they can never be good enough in the ocean of other videos. But your video feels reassuring and I need to remember to just enjoy what I’m doing…

[@AmethystBlossom]

i love what you shared about why you enjoy doing youtube per therapy! thank you for creating the space for community building and for sharing your stories so that we can also feel seen and heard

[@AndrewRauch00]

MY GOSH I AM NOT ALONE :0 !!! I recently stumbled upon your channel and I couldn't believe how relatable your content is to my personal experience. Like you, I found myself trapped in the corporate world (for 14 months), despite it not aligning with my true passion. Your videos about thriving for an enjoyable life and shedding light on the realities of corporate life really resonated with me, especially when you talked about feeling completely drained after work with just enough energy to watch TV. I wanted to reach out and let you know that you are not alone in this struggle. I have actually created a short movie-like video that delves into my own personal journey of those 14 months in corporate, highlighting the highs and lows of the experience. Given how much I felt I was not alone watching your content, I thought you might find it interesting to watch. I genuinely believe that you will be able to empathize with my story and perhaps even find some inspiration in it :) I'm truly excited to be a part of your community and I look forward to supporting your channel going forward. Keep up the amazing work!

[@willie5611]

Thank you so much for sharing, i am working on being a painter and this calms my anxiety, even if i save up the money to have the freedom of creating and learning i still have this moments of DAMN ! I´m doing the right thing? Will i be enough to survive of my art? And the answer is i dont know, i only know of tomorrow, wake up early study, paint, read and repeat. Learning it takes time to heal too, so thanks for this.❤

[@withlovebrinicole]

Your hard work has paid off! This popped up on my feed and I am 29, quit my job :) I can relate!

[@caliiinoel]

wow. i really needed this. i've been trying to jump off the ledge for yeeeears. my ADHD allows me to hyperfocus on things i love and i just want a space to share them with other people. i have a private snapchat story i vlog on essentially and people keeping up with my life makes me so happy. i overthink and know i won't be perfect at it at the start but i'll learn and get better and can redo videos when i'm better. i don't know why there's such a big mental block but i'm so ready to get it out of the way. thank you for this.

[@MaryanneGubon]

Stumbled upon your video, and felt like you were talking to me. I've been struggling with making KZbin videos because video editing is hard on my old laptop, and my phone is on the verge on breaking. But this gave me the motivation and strength to pull myself together and keep going.

[@FonGomez]

The "feeling seen" bit (7:52) really got to me, but something I've been thinking about lately (also after having one of my videos blow up) is that I don't want people to "see" my work, I want them to "feel" what I do. Maybe this helps you navigate this weird internet space haha it definitely helped me in so many ways. Best from Mexico City!

[@piasadlere]

This is a really great and insightful video, really glad I came across it. I am introverted too and appreciate how hard it can feel putting yourself out there in front of a camera! Really inspiring.

[@themoodyreaderpodcast]

Glad the algorithm fed me this video! Started my channel almost 2 years ago at 26 years old, after quitting my job! It has been a great creative outlet and is just plain fun.

[@kq3422]

Thanks for being vulnerable with us!

[@aomysirapa]

thank you for all the advice ! ❤keep going along !

[@evaantoniia]

OMG, this "I can focus on things when I care about them" is so me!!

[@flyinvan]

just stumbled upon your video by the algorithm and I felt so related and touched by your honesty and genuinity. Thank you for sharing!

[@Crypticzoe]

I don't usually comment much on videos, but I wanted to take the time to say I just found your video and channel as I've been falling down the KZbin rabbit hole of these types of videos. I relate heavily to your situation with parents who didn't share the same vision and compassion towards something you hold interest in. I went to college short term and wasn't into it so dropped out (I'm 25 this year.) I've been in and out of jobs for the exact same reasons as you, inability to focus on small details, uninterested, etc. I started streaming more actually and getting into making videos (on a separate channel) and I'm nearly at 300 subs! It's a small start but it means the world knowing I have a small community who constantly watch my videos, leave likes and interact by leaving thoughtful comments. I know I can grow and get that million, and if not, at least 100k. We got this! Thank you for this video, it just pushes me to work harder.

[@LS-zt3xz]

I found your channel after you had just moved to Beijing, via your apartment search video. It has been so heartening to see you grow while staying authentic to who you are. And I can definitely relate to what you said about the jealousy and comparing yourself with others. I've always dreamed of being a published novelist, but so far haven't found anyone who's willing to take me on. Every rejection of my book feels so personal -- like it's not just a rejection of your work, but of you as a person. And it's so hard not to compare yourself with others who have found more success. I'm looking into CBT in the hope that a structured programme like that can help with the mindset shift. It's so hard!

[@clairetcho]

I just started my channel a few weeks ago, and it's crazy how much I think I've improved in my editing and thumbnails and stuff like that by just being consistent, and not worrying about the numbers! If anyone else is also starting their youtube channel, I hope we all can stick to it and enjoy the whole experience! I believe in us.

[@friskyyfeline]

thank you so much for being transparent about this💖

[@joyfullencounters]

i love your intro + thank you for your honesty about struggling posting every week. i feel this ~10 hours plus every week for months haha. but you inspired me to keep posting so keep going!

[@malakissami8199]

thank you for being who you are your videos are so inspiring, keep going there are a lot of people like me who need to hear you and get inspired by you.

[@mondegoju]

Well, I'm not that used to commenting on videos but this one made me think a lot. I'm in my 30's, hopelessly unsatisfied with my full-time job, anxious and miserable about it, and desperately needing to change my life somehow, n to surround myself with people I respect and love. Your words got me thinking about starting my own channel. I think it will be a depressing mess, considering my current mindset, but I think I'll give a try. Thank you for this vídeo, seriously

[@rhosymedra6628]

Glad you're here! Your channels is one of my favourites to watch, I think your ideas are so fresh and interesting.

[@jinreebean]

Your story resonates so much!! I also quit my job last year and decided to finally try doing YT when the quarter life crisis hit too hard 🥲 Your feelings of being lost with your content/brand are exactly what I've been feeling as of late. Thank you for sharing your journey and also, you are so BRAVE for filming yourself in such a crowded area (I still haven't gotten that level of courage yet 😅)

[@subtleamytraits]

Loved the editing in this video and very well spoken and relatable!

[@wenyuong_688]

So glad KZbin suggested your videos to me! I am never going to be brave enough to quit my job but the thought of living in China long term crosses by mind everytime I visit! Instead, I'll experience it through you :)

[@Graceassistant]

I like how you're being grateful for a lot of different things. That's amazing

[@mhickey4669]

I loved it. Insanely helpful. Thank you. ❤

[@KALIVireshwara]

I found your channel a few months ago and watched every single one. Your life in Beijing enchanted me like reading the best book!

[@Carbuncle0168]

looks like Western media Lied about China

[@bexiexz]

i love this!

[@onehungryseal9424]

Love this! So positive about your journey!

[@LightsOnLeah]

I’m so glad you get to feel seen, this was beautiful 🧡

[@srabonbon]

When u spoke about the validation and seen i teared up cause same. Like personally i been feeling the whole giving up thing because the views i been getting on my shorts are so less.. i see others post similar content as mine and theyre getting so many views and im just very discouraged like what am i doing wrong.. this video hit a home run with the feeling down and wanting validations cause ✨️ childhood trauma ✨️ but i will try not to give up ... this video was recommended to me and you just gained a new subscriber cause girl same 😂

[@tapiocapress]

You got this!! I still get discouraged by the numbers even now...But, I've learned to remind myself why I love youtube when I do feel discouraged, and that we are playing the long game. That makes it much much easier to keep going. Wishing you all the best on your content journey!

[@srabonbon]

@@tapiocapress thank you! And you're right it is the long game 😪

[@Cproductions1319]

Just when I was giving up on my channel I see this . I forgot why I started in the first place. Thank you

[@lostinadmiration]

This is so beautiful and strongly resonated with me as a small creator and also a corporate dropout (though I gave up my job because of burn out and anxiety rather than believing in my dreams, sad as it is, ugh). Also, maybe it is a bit weird thing to say but it happens so often that going viral is actually not good for long term channel growth. I feel like I had an unintentional viral video early on in my KZbin journey and I feel like it hurt more than it helped - it created unrealistic expectations (both for myself and my audience) and a lot of the new people who subscribed wanted more of that same topic even though it wasn't the channel's main focus. I feel like building you audience slowly and steadily will be a lot more sustainable

[@pjlin]

what's crazy is my therapist yesterday was validating me on my fears and insecurities from my childhood that was holding me back from posting consistently on social media. 7:43 was so relatable

[@linda_and_tony]

Your video really spoke to me been doing KZbin for some time now and it does get disheartening to see somethings you put hours into get little attention. Thank you for the reminder KZbin has changed my life for the better😊

[@kristykreme13]

Absolutely loved your video and related so hard to everything you said ~ happy to know I’m not alone 💗 keep going and keep posting ! I believe in you !!

[@Newpsie407]

Your video is encouraging. Thank you for being vulnerable and sharing. 😊

[@UrCozyCorners]

Thank you so mych, this was so inspirational

[@CielMan-sc6xr]

Really loved this video! I loved how raw and real it was.

[@matthuang21]

As a small youtuber I really resonate with this video. Comparing my channel to other more (or less) successful youtubers is a recipe for disappointment and disillusionment. Thanks for being so transparent about your experience!

[@_Luza]

As a "baby video maker" here, your video really helps, thank you so much ♡ 

 I'm an introvert too and I’m sooo impressed that you can film yourself in public, I wish I could find the courage to do that too one day! 
 Thank you for the inspiration!

[@tapiocapress]

had to cut out a looot of awkward parts haha…but I really wanted to get those pretty filming locations for you!! Thanks for being here🫶

[@mirandatran]

thanks for making this, made me feel not alone

[@cherie4665]

I just turned 29 this year as well. Thank you for this video. I've been feeling anxious about my career change lately so this video is very much appreciated

[@tapiocapress]

So glad you can relate! I feel anxious all the time too so this video is as much for you as it is for me. We got this🫶

[@SyriusOLsh]

Thank you for sharing your learnings! Really excited to watch more of your videos and follow along your journey on KZbin 😊

[@lifewithclairee]

i just started my youtube and found your video. thank you for your perspective! i’m so excited for this jounrey

[@YassDesignStudio]

I loved that! you had a great reason to want to become a KZbinr, to be loved and heard that is a valid and reasonable reason, and as an introvert myself I can tell you that your story is just gave me the little push I need to start my channel. So thank you for that.

[@starrymiu]

love this! find it super relatable, and I think the internet is such a nice place to start over and find the people who appreciate the same things you do as well as your personal stories and experiences ❤ I appreciate your vulnerability on camera and find it inspiring

[@shixuans8907]

Evelyn, I might have been part of those first seven thousand subscribers. I can't quite remember, but I loved your Beijing Diaries series, and I'm glad to see you grow. I hope you will continue to find happiness in the process of creation; I'm wishing you the best

[@tapiocapress]

omg hi😭 thank you for believing in me when no one (not even myself) did! grateful to have you along this journey🫶

[@lizted]

i super love this video.. every bit of words.. i relate and resonate.. you are an amazing writer :)

[@TheJmoneyp]

at the halfway mark of the video everything you said is spot on for me i feel seen and heard and just letting down what i feel and an outlet is what i like about making YT videos.

[@eclecticallyelle]

This is super inspirational as I start my KZbin journey. Thank you so much for sharing this!

[@htp28ytb]

Thanks for sharing this video, it gives me a lot motivations on keeping posting on KZbin. Wish you all the best!

[@Cookie_Panda_Studio]

As a Animator who been posting for 4 years, I will keep going even if I never get paid doing what I love. Keep going who knows?! Thank you for this video ❤

[@_ciaorciara.]

Why does every part of this video resonate with me so much? 😭 Thank you so much for this video :)

[@Jays_Journal]

Focusing on things I care about is so much easier and I can go for hours when I'm creating content (much harder in my corporate job). Thank you for sharing your story and struggles, Evelyn! I love your content.

[@like.lauren]

The outro was great, thanks for the video!! Hoping to finally get out of my head and start my social media journey this year 🤓

[@nagila6394]

It’s so nice to see you take it easy on yourself. That’s exactly why I like watching your videos, because it’s a great example of self compassion. I just wish that creators like you got rewarded more instead of only rewarding channels where people do not-so-funny pranks on the street or things that don’t really help anyone feel better in general. I like your videos and I really like your personality :)

[@thebillionairefam]

Thank you for this message fam we needed to hear this ❤️❤️

[@yunkailee9256]

Congratulations on your journey!

[@flexszn]

This is so motivational. Thank You!

[@PICFX]

Such a great video. Really loved your definition on a niche as being the intersection between what people want to see and what we enjoy making. Really good! Also the piece about each video being a little searchlight is so true!

[@MainManRobPlays]

I’m so excited to see how much your channel has grown since posting this! I feel like it came at a critical time for me where I just lost my job and have a (different) channel I’ve practically abandoned. Thank you for the video and for sticking with it

[@ilimorable]

One of my fav videos you’ve made ❤❤❤

[@alreadyit]

thanks Evelyn! never stop, neither will we!

[@HeyItsMaori]

Being vulnerable is such a blessing.

[@DDTear]

Just started my youtube channel as a 29. Very inspiring! Thank you for sharing your journey~

[@alessiagandolfo9305]

I also discovered you through that video that blew up and could relate to your authentic energy so much and also to what you said in this video of wanting to be seen and accepted as you are because you didn't have lots of emotional validation in your family and I can see that in myself a lot as well!

[@knorman717]

This was really encouraging, and I totally appreciate the vulnerability. And self-compassion was life-changing for me, too, so it made me smile when you started talking about that!

[@Princewilltech]

Just started a KZbin channel about my dropshipping journey. Already 76 subscribers in and going and it feels amazing. I’ve always been procrastinating and wanted everything to be perfect before starting, but this time around I literally just wiped my phone out and started recording.

[@Comfystudies-cv9lj]

thank you for making this video , it provided me with some comfort and warm feeling !

[@rigelr5345]

Oh my goooood thank you so much for sharing the rough times, I have been feeling really discouraged lately, the algorithm hasn't really favoured me much either (to be honest I didn't feed it particularly well either), and I feel like everyone is just like so much faster at getting views and subscribers than me, especially the ones who make it. It's so nice to hear from someone who "made it" but struggled for so long as well. I am 27F and also in tech, I feel so, so miserable. I have nice coworkers and I like data science, but my job is mainly customer support and coding stuff I have no clue about, which is not fun at all. It's extremely stressful, and I feel overwhelmed and anxious every day and I just... I've called in sick for two days in a row now, I just... I just woke up and couldn't do it. I feel so scared that I was just paralyzed like that. I want to quit and do KZbin and travel a bit :( Lately I've considered if I should quit KZbin. I just feel so disheartened putting so much work into something and not seeing the results I had hoped for... It's one thing if it's slow but steady growth, but it's just so random. Even if you have a video blow up, it might be the sound of crickets for the next 6 months following that. I just hate how random it is lol... anyway thanks you gave me hope to maybe keep trying for a little more.

[@tapiocapress]

I totally get the burnout you feel from work…sorry you have to go through that. It really sucks to feel overwhelmed and anxious every day, and I hope you get to heal🤍 yes to giving KZbin another shot - when I was feeling miserable at work KZbin gave me a lot of meaning. I hope it helps you feel better too:)

[@juliajimenez6697]

I love your videos and I’m so happy to hear about your realization at the end.

[@shesadhdifferent]

I love how you said every video that you put out is like a searchlight looking for other people on the same wavelength 👏🏼👏🏼 Stoked to learn from your perspectives!

[@nophima]

I love your videos and I definitely experienced some of those feelings myself. I saw two channels that started at a similar time as me and blew up, one after 3 and the other after 7 videos. Both have now over 100k subscribers within a span of 3 months and I can't help but feel a little jealous (both channels deserved the attention because the videos were genuinely good).

[@tapiocapress]

Ahh I feel you…it’s so hard to not get distracted by the numbers and compare ourselves to other people. Remember we each have our own path, and we never know what will happen if we let our own efforts compound over time! You got this🫶