MY YEAR 2020 | From Depression To Success

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It's save to say that 2020 was a tough year. Shaped by natural destruction, inequality and isolation, this year forced us to abandon our plans and reset our lives. All of the 7.8 billion people all around the world were influenced by the global pandemic in one way or another. We experienced massive changes and many of us had to go through very dark times this year.
For me 2020 was the most live changing year of my life. I started the year in depression as I couldn't identify with the videos I created anymore. This massive lack of passion made me quit my full-time job and pursue something bigger. As Covid-19 came around, I was left with no job and my plans to move to a foreign country were shattered. I definitely did not have the best starting point for a successful year, but through a shift in mindset and an undying determination I was able to increase my physical and mental health, regain my passion for filmmaking and be more happy and fulfilled than ever before. This is my story of 2020 and I am excited to share it with you.
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[@DaveNickOfficial]

This felt like watching a movie. Incredible.

[@mithulb9742]

Hello fake KZbinr who uploads clickbait videos and not 1 genuine video

[@nickotv7714]

It does actually!

[@ndeep3845]

Exactly bruhh

[@dopaminedonor1986]

Yea exactly

[@khaledsamy4885]

This message to all the humans , don't follow the religion of your parents ,You must work your mind to reach to the right religion because after your death you will be judged alone, and the message is, You must read the holy Quran, the holy book of islam religion.. Read the holy Quran don't hear about islam.. And this is some verses of it..In the name of allah,The Entirely merciful, the Especially merciful.^^ Say "He is allah, (who is) one, Allah the eternal refuge,He neither begets nor is born. Nor is there to Him any equivalent^^.... ^^And whoever desires other than islam as religion - never will it be accepted from Him and He, in the hereafter, will be among the losers^^... And this book is the last and final revelation from allah.. And this book had revealed from 1400 years.. And this book is so matches with the science... I will show you just one proof matches the science..“.. Hypoxia Lack of oxygen. At high altitude the oxygen concentration in the atmosphere decreases. When oxygen level drops the blood vessels in the lungs constrict: Hypoxic pulmonary vasoconstriction (HPV), also known as the Euler-Liljestrand mechanism, is a physiological phenomenon in which small pulmonary arteries constrict in the presence of alveolar hypoxia (low oxygen levels). Wikipedia, Hypoxic Pulmonary Vasoconstriction, 2019 The blood vessels in the lungs constrict when oxygen level drops. This was only known recently however this was portrayed in the Quran 1400 years before it was discovered. [Quran 6.125] Those whom Allah wants to guide, He opens their chests to Islam; And those whom He wants to leave astray, He makes their chests tight and constricted, as if they are ascending to the sky: Such is the penalty of Allah on those who refuse to believe. "He makes their chests tight and constricted, as if they are ascending to the sky" today we know why it gets constricted, lack of oxygen. No mistakes in the Quran. How could an illiterate man who lived 1400 years ago have known what gets constricted at high altitude?.. .and if you want hundreds of mircles enter here: www.miracles-of-quran.com/ The message is ended.. This message is to not say after your death i don't know the islam religion and i had followed the religion of my parents without thinking .and you should believe that Abraham, moses, jesus, mohammed and all the prophets are messengers of allah . O God i have delivered (the message), may you be my witness..sunniconnect.com/m3/download/pdf-al-quran-saheeh-international-translation/ #islam is the religion of peace #spread this message One God One life One chance #there is no God but Allah, mohammed is god's massenger. ☝️ And if you don't believe me. this book will show you which is the real religion of God(Judaism, Christianity, or Islam in the light of Science)archive.org/details/TheBibletheQuranScienceByDr.mauriceBucaille/mode/2up

[@Benn_TK]

Well done man! super duper story telling and sweet visuals, keen to see what you bring to 2021!

[@NiklasChristl]

Benn! Thanks so much for the great feedback. Means a lot to hear this from you. 🙌

[@VijayKumar-ro8zx]

I want to see both of you in a single screen....

[@spord7386]

@@NiklasChristl you are a legend I hope you become the best in your industry ❤ from 🇮🇳

[@CharlieChang]

You are so damn talented, excited to see this channel blow up this year

[@DimmyV]

💯

[@spord7386]

Same here

[@spord7386]

He is a legend

[@BrandonHarding]

You're where you're meant to be brother, KZbin NEEDS you!

[@jeremyflurkstone1108]

Rt!

[@AnimationVibes]

Each Second of this video releases heavy dopamine! 🔥

[@niranjalapathirana3217]

Absolutely

[@TOP10SPORTST10S]

Bro, this is one of the best videos i’ve ever seen! It’s so inspirational! Keep up the amazing work! ✌️

[@AlessioBartoliniAB]

I agree. if you want, go to my youtube channel for "My year 2020"

[@Mrigler1999]

literally dude! was just thinking the same to myself...

[@md.aliakbar813]

You are 👌🏽

[@RyanShirley]

Such a phenomenal video Niklas! Can’t wait to see what you do in 2021!

[@NiklasChristl]

Thanks a ton Ryan, would be great to connect in 2021! 🙌🏽

[@RyanShirley]

@@NiklasChristl Yes, lets make it happen!

[@VijayKumar-ro8zx]

@@NiklasChristlEnergetic Vibe.

[@bhujunggharti6207]

@@NiklasChristl THANKS for the video 🙂 Felt Motivated LovefromNepal brother 🤙

[@makboolahmad9181]

@@VijayKumar-ro8zx kaha se ho bhai

[@JakeFrew]

Damn dude, this was incredible! Thanks for sharing your story. Stoked to follow along from here! 🤘

[@NiklasChristl]

Cheers Jake, I‘ve been enjoying the stories you share as well! 🙌🏽

[@bahramt4231]

​@@NiklasChristl @jake Frew , The work of both of you is amazing. Wishing you the best.

[@Qoaching]

POV: You didn't know this guy KZbin just give him again an algorithm boost and now you are subscribed

[@sarcasticstrange]

Damn right! 🎉

[@andibr]

Fucking right 💯

[@rcdu31]

True!!

[@ninzembo908]

Dopamine detox yes sir

[@BrandonHarding]

Mind is officially blown...🤯

[@repanajoyceannc.5097]

I thought I was watching Netflix. THIS IS SO GREAT!!! YOU'LL REALLY GO FAR! So proud and happy for youuuu! Thank you for sharing your story to us! 💯👏

[@ShukrannAllah]

I'm 20 years old guy and i'm a Hard & smart worker. But in the last few months i feel lazy and unproductive is that normal ?? What's your advice for me ?? And an other question. How old are you ??

[@remylemonade]

I would recommend practicing delayed gratification early in the day

[@VijayKumar-ro8zx]

Change yourself each n everydays....by practice..... Go step by step.... If you do not take action your mind always select easiest option...

[@AngelVargas-rz7yz]

I think it’s normal. I would suggest you to find a motivation for doing whatever it is you want to do. Ask yourself why you wanna do it and create a schedule so that you start working on it. Give yourself time to rest, but always keep pushing.

[@MaestroMauricio]

You are not alone, bro. Had the same experience. What helped me was doing simple or little things again in order to feel a sense of accomplishment each day. Small victory is still a victory. Small accomplishment is still an accomplishment. Trying something new or learning a new skill I think is helping me recover. This is the reason why I decided to create my YT channel. I hope it helps. Keep going man, little steps matter this time. Big hugs.

[@hustlahhh1790]

write down a goal and break it into steps. Try notion, great platform to organize your life. look for notion tutorials on dashboards, habit trackers, etc etc

[@withchrisinsta]

My year: from depressed to more depressed lol

[@annalynn870]

same 😃

[@Different-Level]

Mindset is everything

[@765media]

Same lol

[@AdamAlejo]

This is such a masterpiece!

[@missfotopoulou]

The most important lesson that I have learned the past 2 years, is that everything can change in a blink of an eye, so it’s a great time to focus on my self and try to be better..! Thank you again for your messages..! 😁

[@warimperium]

If this is not soon your most viral video - I don’t know if youtube algorithm is maybe broken ...

[@Roman_Tisch]

yep

[@JusJuice]

Holy bro I just found you today and I already know that you will be a person who will inspire me every time you make a video!

[@Rama-zp3zq]

The cinematography was just lit AF dude

[@Abhi-rc9fm]

I just can't believe how underrated this channel is. You deserve 10mil subs. It will happen all d best❤️

[@snuppl512]

I never subscribe to any youtuber without checking at least 3-4 videos of theirs but I just did that with yours. I'm glad you shared your story with all of us. And this isn't just about depression, this is about more than that. Thanks man

[@ero-productions]

You have become my new motivation on KZbin, I am truly motivated to enter film making using my phone. I was afraid for I don't have enough gear, I even don't have a camera, BUT I will try at my level to make it work for me. Thanks for this video, it is the best I have seen this year on internet. Much love.

[@bigmoneycape]

same here man! I am really wanting to pursue the filmmaker/youtuber lifestyle and let that passion become my job one day. I also don't have anything besides my phone. I wish the best of luck to the both of us!

[@ero-productions]

@@bigmoneycape We shall make it happen, lets trust the process

[@bigmoneycape]

@@ero-productions exactly brother, trust the mf process

[@DJRens]

Dude... Wow! The storytelling and cinematography is AMAZING! Thanks for this vid.

[@AlessioBartoliniAB]

I agree. if you want, go to my youtube channel for "My year 2020"

[@gabrielrivera8162]

I really feel so motivated, I think that this video was just the message I was waiting to start living my life with another perspective ☄️

[@ezequieldure2153]

Hello Niklas. I felt very identified with your story because you told in a part of the video that you decided to follow your path and work on your own. I did the same thing last year and I don't regret it. Thanks to that I can enjoy my family and friends more. Thanks for this excellent video. Greetings from Argentina and blessings.

[@BASKETBALL_UNI]

Repent and receive life from Christ and be saved in Jesus mighty name amen.

[@KenyaChestnut]

This is one if the best videos I’ve seen on KZbin. You are a really talented storyteller. Keep up the great work!

[@cristyy_b]

The last few minutes of this video was emotional to watch. Absolutely love this, I'm so happy that you managed to find positivity and excel through hard times x

[@OmkarKaduFilms]

Hey Brother, Big Fan Of Your Work and Your Content. The Way You Present Your Videos Are Really Different From Other Content Creators. Recently I also Started My Content Creation Journey Currently I am Wedding Cinematographer. I am From India And Love Your Work. Thanks For Sharing Value Brother.

[@godblesswings3510]

Hi I am also from India 👋🤩

[@TheHuggsterYo]

Your work continues to inspire! I'm not going to say anything different than everyone else. Perfect in every way. Filming, editing, timing.... the world needs more of you and glad you are going to provide that in 2021. The greatest thing I can say about your work??? Thank you!!

[@NiklasChristl]

Thank you for those kind words! I‘ll do my best to inspire even more people in 2021 😌

[@johnshayo403]

I am highly inspired by this video. Great content, and thank you for sharing your personal story. Keep up the good work you are doing.

[@TheSamuraiMC]

I tought 2021 would be better, now we have 2022 and it's still getting worst...

[@xyzzyx318]

If you want millions of subscriber then you can visit countries like India. More places more internet users more subscriber.

[@VijayKumar-ro8zx]

Ya u r right bro. I am from india.

[@mulqitsani]

Lmao right

[@manavalan6754]

Most of channels gain subscriber only by Indians ❤️

[@OmkarKaduFilms]

After Watching Full Video Bro This Is cRAZYY. The Effort You are Taking Is Crazy Brother. As A Filmmaker I know what Effort You Put Into the Video. You will be The Most Successful KZbinr in the Future.

[@hurixir5953]

Holy This is one of the best videos I've ever seen and I'm not even joking

[@BillansDocumentary]

Amazing video but how did you get this full screen Aspect ratio ? Thanks in advance

[@miscbmx]

Epic work! Kept my attention the whole 18 minutes and 19 seconds. 😍 Subscribed.

[@BrainDeadSpider]

I'm gonna leave a comment here before he hits one million subs in Q1 of 2021, cause that's definitely gonna happen

[@Ludd94]

You inspire so much joy and hope man! Keep going and you will have 1 million subscribers in 1-2 years 100% 🙏🏼

[@billjensen1925]

Your story telling and cinematography are both outstanding. I could feel your despair, passion, loneliness, fear and excitement. Great great job. And, thank you as your message of everything can change in the blink of an eye is spot on. Thank you.

[@manikantprakash2710]

Maturity is when you realised that his video is more with to watch than some so called Bollywood movies

[@allaeasyk2408]

I need you , your sanitarium , healthy thinking , awakening ! I LOVE YOU BRO AND FRIEND MY AND WILL BE WITH YOU FOREVER IN THE IMMORTAL WITH LIVING LIFE . IF ONE ABSOLUTE EXISTS I'M WITH YOU (JUSTHET TOO) I'M MORE it all it you , i'm more tally too IMMORITALLITYOU 🔱👼😇🙌😇👼🗽🔅🌀🔆🌀〰➰↔➰〰🌀🔆🌀🔅🔰 🔶🔷🔝❤❤🙏🙏🙏❤❤🔝🔷🔶 🔶🔷🔅🔆 IMMORTALITY🔆🔅 🔷🔶

[@Noud]

This. Is. Insane. Niklas, your work is insanely good. I'm 14 years and I would love to be a filmmaker. You inspire me. You will get success. You will come there. I was following you since the 1K and will follow you long. Niklas, you will come there. Keep going, mate.

[@filmografie.christian.kremsl]

"The ones looking for solutions instead of accepting the problems and the ones keeping up the positivity and motivating others to do the same." What a positive video, what a great motivation. Thank you Niklas!

[@adabondad4635]

I hope this video blows up cause it's truly a masterpiece 💯❤️

[@johnanthonydelval1507]

true

[@AzharulRafy]

Watched a movie full of ENERGY and STRONG MOTIVATION!

[@noposwowpodcast]

I just found you bro! Like today i been watching most all you videos since and i gotta say WOW! You’re amazing man at what you do! The editing,shots and story telling and more!! The best so far… 🤙🏾🤙🏾

[@ChristianArns]

Ich hab noch nie eine so gute Zusammenfassung von einem Jahr gesehen. Und 2020 war nicht das beste Jahr. Unglaublich, wie du es geschafft hast ein so motivierendes Video aus einem nicht so motivierenden Jahr zu kreieren. Ganz großes Lob. Bin begeistert. Hast ein neuen Abonnenten ;)

[@theartofnaturegermany]

You said you try to make each video better than the last... Well I think that worked here, THIS IS A MASTERPIECE!!! 😍 Will be hard to top that, man! I'm happy that this year had lot's of great aspects for you ☺️ Liebe Grüße aus Kempten ;D

[@themythosgaming]

Niklas, thank you for an amazing and inspiring video! It's true with what you said in your video, we can either accept things as they are or make the change. I am 45 years old, but this last year was very bad as I struggle with mental illness and things this month came to a head for me. I had to take time off from work to "get my head on straight". In that time, I knew I had to change, I could either keep going or make changes for the better after I was thinking more clearly. I also learned video editing, although I am just beginning, I am learning something new. Thanks to inspiring creators like you, I learned about vlogging and it looks like a creative and fun process, again I am just learning, and it has inspired me to tell my story. I am just getting the framework for a different channel. Again thank you for the inspiration, I finally feel like I am moving forward and there is light and hope! Peace!

[@user-ck2qq5ue5c]

Unfortunately, as soon as this shit's over, we're all gonna start taking everything for granted again :/

[@aaronharman5431]

We took COVID for granted too

[@subhojitghosh7387]

Just paused the video to comment. Awesome man. The more i watched your videos the more i am getting inspired, my perspective is changing in life. Thank you very much. Much love brother. Hope to meet with you someday in some part of the world. Love from INDIA ❤❤

[@johnnymaldonadoparedes3502]

I love that you understand that even in your situation at the beginning you still had a “privilege” year, you are so kind and generous by noticing that, I can see how you know so much about life and also understand that there is more out there than what you see in your city, country or circumstances. You deserve all the success you’ve got and I hope 2021 is even a much better year for you, I’m so happy I found this channel!

[@knowledgeeverythingallinon5301]

Dope cinematography and story telling ❤️❤️

[@UnyQq]

I am fascinated by this video! It felt like i was watching netflix! Those edits...😯 What a GREAT JOB.. Keep it up 👌

[@tiashaa.a]

okayy this dude be blowing up like helll... been binge watching these videos and the last time I saw, the subscriber count was at 207K and now it has skyrocketed to 253K in like less than two days. amazinggggg Niklasss!!! so proud of you

[@bloomwithwanjira]

You are a great film maker:creativity and your story telling style is very unique.. Your story neeeds to reach so many other creators....anything can change with a blink of an eye.

[@srushtisonsale3127]

It's very inspiring to see people like you. Rather than only seating and thinking about problems and situations ; get on the field and make them happen.( Learn to see the life from another perspective,optimism) that was great!! Thanks for being such a good content creator,it really has to do with your lives.Keep going👍🏻

[@BrunoGoncalves-ui5zr]

"Make the best out of each situation" - this sentence is your brand image :) good job man

[@anshutiwari8540]

Was just so overwhelming, totally felt every single moment you showed and expressed💙

[@BasicIndianBoy]

This Video is one of the most motivating videos just what I needed when I was actually thinking to QUIT KZbin AND I FORGOTTEN MY PASSION TO LIVE A LIFE WITH MY OWN RULES! THANKS FOR THIS GREAT PIECE OF ART....

[@lifestylebykristijan]

This was the best edited video I have ever seen. Great story and great message. We need to learn and grow from our challenges

[@jacobzatorsky]

This is art! This year I can see your channel hitting 1M! You are so talented, great video man

[@aliffdanieal4273]

This is incredibly amazing , I feel much more motivated and getting more confident on pursuing my dreams. Thanks Man

[@dejanmackaski8344]

This video is the definition of "THE ONLY CONSTANT IN LIFE, IS CHANGE" Loved it, such a good video! You are such an inspiration Niklas! Thank you! :)

[@paradisemusiclibrary1756]

This guy has some skills, he should start a KZbin channel

[@ameenhussain9505]

This feels unique man.. Excellent work.. Appreciate it👏🏻

[@eg-media]

It's not often someone can make me emotional but you have done it on a different level. I have never felt so inspired, really well done, Niklas! Amazing and thank you!

[@sanketgade9271]

Big fan from India❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

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@Meraki Vlogs not fan big fan

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@Meraki Vlogs so what I like him very much. By the way we are indians first

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@Meraki Vlogs theri, sarkar

[@rhinesraymond828]

I learned that everyone have their own problems in their life...its how we face it...or how we react to it ... It is kmportant and that teaches us new things and...make us change for the good...

[@Dev_akash_]

Man it is like a million dollar documentary you just nailed it I almost watched half of your videos Awsm bruda 💖🔥

[@rahulbajaj3378]

This video is amazing 👌🏻. I felt like I was in there. Really appreciate your work man

[@soumikroy6683]

You are literally the best cinematographer I have ever seen. These videos are sooooo well stiched... awesome..just mind blowing. Music, scripting and everything

[@saellis80]

I find it so amazing how many of us are going through transformational changes! I too started this year in depression and I've never been happier in my life. I absolutely love everything that I've learned in 2020 and 2021, we aren't even half way through the year yet!

[@tom.different8521]

This is insanely inspiring! I wish I would have seen this earlier 🙌

[@MrFire1fred]

Seriously inspirational peace of work.... My biggest take is don't delay and wait to do what you want to do get out and make it happen every day

[@tpaige101]

This video is amazing and inspiring, amazing job relaying your story throughout the video. Motivating.

[@FatDataUnicorn]

Amazing journey and the message! The biggest thing I've learned this year is how robust and resilient can one's psychic be. We will get through this ok

[@thelion6171]

This was simply incredible, keep up the good work.

[@raymondbellant1487]

“Wow” doesn’t cover it..your talent is amazing!

[@aaronharman5431]

It ain’t talent it’s hard work

[@Abhi-rc9fm]

My year Lockdown in march *watching netflix since then End

[@eighty9]

What's up with this Norway Majid video? Tried of seeing that ad.

[@MoneyMalayalam]

😍

[@Shadpredator]

I think this is the only video I saw in the KZbin completely! From 00:00 to 18:20 !

[@Hp_Thakor_Yt]

This video suggested by indian KZbinr in 2023 💙

[@speeddreamstechno3870]

2020 was a complicated year I changed because of covid

[@rocknrollteacherpy]

Such an inspiring cinematic video brother!! Thanks for doing this!!

[@pushkarnayak7163]

Very few KZbinrs can impress me with there work and today first time I saw his video ... He deserves my comment 🔥🔥👍

[@sumanmaharjan6358]

Dude your all videos inspires and motivates alot to do somethings right now, right here .everything is mind blowing what a storytelling,editing ,cinematic shots

[@harshitpatel2178]

That Song Gave this video Feal Of Movie, Wright?

[@elkhansadig]

Such a talented and very creative guy! Proud of you. It is very impressive how you can influence peoples emotions with this kind of impressive videos.

[@sterwinfernandez4900]

Thanks, I'm from India we Need More Content

[@MichaelOblitey]

Absolutely amazing video! Thank you Niklas for being an inspiration to us all!

[@pimholler]

Wow why i just found this channel. i watch your stories so many many videos by don’t skip and speed up like other videos. i really want to receive your quality content ; mindset, shooting, relationships etc. cause now i want to change myself from depressed to better version of myself. i often feel lost. your channel can make me feel optimistic and hopeful in life. thank you so so so much. - 24 years old from Thailand - be appreciated your soul.

[@SoniaNiaraSantana]

Wow! This is an AMAZING production! It isn't just a video, it's a great movie! And I felt my self described in some specific moments of your content. Congrats for this great job!

[@xabhishek00]

In this video u got hell lot of motivation ♥️ Niklas love u bro ♥️

[@giagkoun]

Your cinematography it's just amazing. You re so talented and underated 🔝💯💯. You deserve millions of subscribers for real

[@DutthDarla]

I didn't blink my eye for even a second. Good story, great presentation. You rock 👏

[@backslashflutter]

First Video On KZbin, in which I didn't skipped a single second. Thanks for such content mate ! Keep making. 1 Sub added ❤️

[@keithatkinson]

Man .. this is truly inspirational! Thank you so much for this. Keep going!

[@Umesh_Moktan]

your very inspiring and talented really loved your videos love from Nepal

[@danila.shevchenko]

The video quality is very high! Keep up the good work