What Even Is Success?

(in this video i go on a rant/ramble about what success even means)
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[@backupforthevideos3861]

To me, success is when you hit a point where you no longer care about succeeding

[@Disheartthorn]

I argee. For me, It was that the Pursuit of being the best which caused me to improve, my greatest disappointment, dissatisfaction & Concern. Is Platooning as an Artist.

[@makhundred]

I don't think that point exists

[@koredeijadunola7885]

real!

[@HIMMBelljuvo]

Not necessarily. You might not care about succeeding because you've given up

[@backupforthevideos3861]

that is true too, I agree@@HIMMBelljuvo

[@tsakeboya]

Ive said it before and ill say it again, you are my single biggest inspiration. Just watching you go from daydreaming to actually achieving your major goals, even with all the stuff going on in your life, really made me understand that everything comes from hard work and dedication, and seeing that happen in real time has been so wonderful. I see art in a whole new way now. I hope the best for you. I hope RR gets an anime

[@tsakeboya]

Also your views on success almost exactly match mine

[@ddmarkk]

AWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWWW TYSMMMMMM you have no idea how much comments like this mean to meee

[@tsakeboya]

@@ddmarkk oh yes I do, thats why I comment them 😊

[@sweetykp5905]

Hey DMark I just wanted to check up on you, I know how stressful art can be and I'm just an art tweeb, an art baby, and I sometimes tider on the edge of depression over it, but never give up, and it's okay to take a break, but NEVER throw it all in the trash when your at that breaking point, keep going , we're here for you.😄💪🏾

[@julianburke7225]

God every time I feel like quitting this guy gives me the strength to keep on drawing

[@spencertilton5853]

The best definition of success imo really is happiness in this moment. The mentality of "I will do this thing so I can be happy when I complete it", as you described, just creates an infinite loop of wanting to be some place you're not, followed by a brief moment of happiness when you achieve it. But if your mentality is "I'm doing this thing because I love doing it", then you're successful every day. You're enjoying the journey, and the destination is just the cherry on top. Then because you're following your passion, that's when you truly develop skills that result in financial success because passion is the best state of being for learning and for activating creativity.

[@darkdoritos1236]

I take success as mini sucess and a big success. Like goals basically. But the overall success I want, is to feel free. Especially since nowadays everyone probably feels trapped, whether in their mind or a situation. Also success for me is to be able to make my stories and be able to support me and others.

[@unambachukwubueze]

all i want to say is thankyou i know how hard it is being a youtuber and i wish i could become a patreon and support you but im just 14 but i promise once i get into college and start getting money i promise i will support you with all my hearth again thankyou

[@Taken__]

Bro I’ve Gaven up on my art so many times. But your vids keep me coming back. Hearing how you persevere through hard times and get things done is so inspirational man. Thank you so much

[@sushigooo8061]

Mark went through the Denji boob arc for us via wishing for follower count desire and it’s actually motivating because it’s relatable so much

[@its_h1rry_gaming]

Waiting for Ruthless Render chapter 9!! Hope it will come out before 2024😢

[@ddmarkk]

its already out right now!

[@sageart4771]

​@@ddmarkkyay🎉🎉

[@thegustopia]

Its out 🤡

[@artaniki]

So glad you're back my dude! I really enjoy your videos and I was worried you gave up. I totally get what you are saying about success. I've had so many setbacks and I keep getting older and not hitting where I want to be. But all that struggle is worth it because just keeps making you a better you. So keep posting, keep making your manga, and stay awesome man! 🤩

[@lollalofi3933]

Someone else already said it but i will say it to: you are one of my favorites artists! From all other Creators you and a few other creators are the ones who give and make good art tips. Whenever it's about comics or just drawings! Please make enough rest time 🙏🏽 i rather have something good but it took a while to make than something that's bad but it was fast made

[@tuievans]

I like your Asta drawing. Think it really works with your style

[@SanguchitoPapa]

DD I love your videos man. The goofy memes you use and the easy tips make the video sooo much likeable and easy to follow, also I love your manga, please keep up with the videos!!

[@zetamanga5785]

I think success is when you are able to provide and live your life while doing something your passionate about. Love your vids as always RR has been fire not even gonna lie the new character and the end of nine is intriguing.

[@lucasgodoy5281]

Success is just like life, no one cares about and everyone will forget about it after some time

[@39TopBleeder]

Finally you posted🔥🔥🔥🔥yessirrrrrr

[@ernanimonteiro7737]

Finally another DD mark video! I had to start taking crack to cope with the lack of new vids

[@Lookatthisdude04_]

No matter what happens, i will always support DD Mark and his Epic Journey of becoming a legendary Mangaka!

[@major.1352]

Bro this vid definitely one of my favourite. Much love, hope you come back and your life gets better.❤❤

[@tadiwamudzengerere2835]

I have reach a "favourable and desired outcome" indeed after receiving your tips and watching your videos! I've finally published the first part of manga on Manga Plus Creators (The Clan Of The Blade) and it's doing pretty well for a self-taught first timer! Keep on keeping on DD and thanks for all the help you have given to the art community!

[@tsakeboya]

How is it doing? I've heard that MangaPlus Creators is very good for getting eyes on your work and I'm thinking of doing the same.

[@masterillu]

Hey Bro success to me right now is knowing my own values and curating my life based on those values also success isnt based off of outside rewards. Remember success in life is what you find deep within you and as long as you have the things you truly care about then that is what I call success. Thats why a guy in bali making close to nothing can find more joy and fulfillment in his life than most is because he sticks to his values and beliefs and no matter what the lessons we leave here on this earth for other is a gift only you or I or they can give. Much love Boss, success is what you make of it.

[@dripzabalance]

I'M FROM ZAMBIA ( SOME UNKNOWN COUNTRY IN SOUTHERN AFRICA) YOU'VE REALLY INSPIRED ME AND MY 3 YOUNGER BRO'S TO REALLY GIVE IT OUR ALL IN NOT ONLY ART BUT OTHER LIFE STUFF AS WELL... MUCH APPRECIATED 😁🔥🙏🏾

[@goldenplayzz]

You have inspired me sooooo much I have taken so many breaks in art for school and soccer stuff and would draw at night and think of stories while walking to my classes but I have never made a manga but after watching you for so long I’m finally going to make a manga for a competition and I truly hope your health improves and you stay happy

[@codecatx5]

Success is a state rather than a feeling.

[@waffle_plays5955]

Finally got a new vid. Been waiting for a new DD Markk vid for 4 months, you are one of my biggest inspirations and i always look forward to a new video

[@mikimcdonald6994]

Not shou tucker😅😭 I think success often gets tied to money/fame when it should be focused on the goals themselves and the smaller milestones that were achieved on the way to those bigger goals. At the end of the day, only you can define what success looks like for you.

[@Ok-uq2ng]

What's my definition of success? (Of success) Listening to what your heart says (your heart says) Standing up for what you know is (is) Right, while everybody else is (is) Tucking their tail between their legs (okay) What's my definition of success? (Of success) Creating something no one else can (else can) Being brave enough to dream big (big) Grindin' when you're told to just quit (quit) Giving more when you got nothin' left (left) It's a person that'll take a chance on Something they were told could never happen It's a person that can see the bright side through the dark times when there ain't one It's when someone who ain't never had nothin' Ain't afraid to walk away from more profit 'Cause they'd rather do somethin' that they really love and take the pay cut It's a person that would never waver Or change who they are Just to try and gain some credibility So they could feel accepted by a stranger It's a person that can take the failures in their life and turn them into motivation It's believing in yourself when no one else does, it's amazing - HOPE, NF

[@dripzabalance]

I FEEL THAT YOU WILL FEEL SUCCESSFUL WELL YOU SEE THE IMPACT OF YOUR BEING ( YOUR WORK AND YOURSELF) IN THE YOUR OWN LIFE AND THE LIVES OF OTHERS 💪🏾✨

[@supremkai1298]

Ur a real inspiration to me dude, Ur thought process is so relatable to me

[@filloozh]

YOU’RE BACK, I missed your chaotically positive voice❤ a theme is very interesting and complex, because for every person the definition of “success “ is unique

[@imhunniebee]

Great video DD! Success varies person to person yet it's such a hard pill for some to swallow. At the end of the day, you yourself gotta make that decision on what it means to you.

[@petertshangase5077]

It's really nice to hear from you again DD Mark Life's been Shit lately and really I haven't found a way to move on and try to be better I'm an artist myself and I'm attending an Animation school, which is what I was working towards but now I'm here it's hard(More like "Than what thing" I don't really know if I deserve to be there or if I'm ready.)... I'd say the hardest part is in the second semester it's been really hard doing the 3D assignment but I'll keep on pushing to get it done that's the least I can do... I personally want to Know Why I'm doing art in the first place too and hopefully, I find that passion I once had again.

[@aruuart]

Always a pump and a positive energy from your videos. I thank you for making such content 🙏. One of the few gems of yt your channel is for artists 🙂

[@leschroder7773]

At long last, DD Dank has returned

[@THEGREATANDTERRIBLEmangaARTIST]

ruthless render is a masters work.

[@justsomegirlwithoutamustach]

BABE NEW DD VIDEO DROPPED!!!

[@DvdArtt-tl1um]

Finally bro luv ur videos and ur intros

[@Nonn0n]

man your videos seem to come when ever I doubt myself. I felt like I wasn't going to ever reach success and now I am just thinking about what I want to do.

[@libravick3004]

Bro..... why was Spiderman so thicc in the intro? Lol. Great video.

[@manniesimon1293]

I've been waiting for you to drop a video finally u did...I truly love ur work man...

[@dopytheangel]

I am not doing anything with my life, yet I still feel successfull. Not only that deadlines ruins everything. Like creativity. Oh well.

[@謁]

Finally back after 4 months

[@faaf64yt]

Great video entertaining as always

[@ericb5328]

Please read this comment, Mark. I highly recommend you read or listen to a book called the molecule of more. It's about dopamine and other brain chemicals and how they affect people's motivation, the reason some people never feel complete or content after they achieve the things they pursue, and a ton of other insights that will seriously answer a lot of your frustrations. When I heard this video I immediately thought of this book. You are going to want to get it

[@Mira_Louise]

yay! i love your videos ! this continues to give me motivation to keep writing my manga thank you

[@Ernie_Creates]

You will get another book deal bro I remember you saying that you were trying to beat the greats bro your on the track. Just keep pushing. YOUR DD MARK YOU GOT THIS!

[@JohnImemesi-rp9fj]

For me success is when I feel people genuinely enjoy what I put out there.

[@dripzabalance]

I'MA BE GREAT AND YOU'RE A MAJOR REASON WHY ❤️❤️

[@eddyalvaross2195]

If it's about financial stability or sustainable income for your craft, then you'd have to be original enough and go out quite a lot. You'd have to go to museums, comic conferences, schools, and do whatever you should to market your manga to your consumers. if you can sell 200000 to 400000 copies of your manga, then it's a decent amount of success. So yeah, you'd have to not limit yourself to the internet and online publishing. In other words, you have to learn real world marketing skills.

[@piccolofan24]

He’s back!

[@michaelmcdonnell3905]

Could have a back up art style, one for traditional western comics and one for Manga.

[@super-poke-tuber4900]

He's back!!!

[@lttrickster5643]

All I can say is that I hope he’s doing good. I don’t follow his other social media, so I don’t know if he’s active anywhere’s else.

[@Iamkoolin]

I appreciate your videos a lots 🙌🏾🙏🏾

[@markozhivkovich]

Return of the King!!! 🙌🔥🔥🔥

[@THEGREATANDTERRIBLEmangaARTIST]

DD MARKK YOUR BACKKKKK! MY LIFE SUPPORT IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@sushigooo8061]

Jokes aside, this is so helpful because no one talks about it this way.

[@luisB_OG]

You said growing up your life wasn't PG? If you did. And people know that some people grow up in similar situations. And still expect you to be PG isn't that oppression. I feel like it is, I can't talk to anyone about my upbringing. If I could I feel like I'd be easier to get rid of some trauma or be better at dealing with it. Just feel like things need to be better to non PG upbringins. But that's enough from me. Hope you're getting through the success that brings you fulfilling happiness 💪💪.

[@definitely_George]

Another top tier video! Nah but for real, I really wish you the best and hope you'll get out of that slump soon. Meanwhile, we'll be waiting to see more of your amazing content and 👌 art. We're all behind you :)

[@presto_the_editor]

Honestly bruh, you and me both are there... Started drawing in 2021. I thought when I was able to draw like you and whyt manga and all them, I would be happy.... I can, I'm not happy.

[@RenArts]

Omg. Youre baaackk

[@Ron_Sensei]

Ayyy, man, good to see you again

[@JDPxkumagawa]

This is how I feel right now with my art.

[@bigeldy7877]

My favorite rapper says, "You might get a glimpse of happiness from your achievements, but what you will learn as you get older, every time you reach one is you will just make another goal that does not lead to freedom" and he ain't wrong.

[@kasbber4k514]

Missed you man

[@azbepolsak7552]

So on the end of the say, sucsess is being satisfied with yourself (or thousand other interpretations)🤔... Nice seeing you on YT again

[@MR-sd2bk]

Finally, DD is back😁💖

[@wcoanime5764]

😢Too bad we don't get these kind of videos on weekly bases like we use to, with that being any DDmark video is greatly appreciated

[@HaoToDraw69]

love this video DD

[@brandon2874]

I have a hard time trying to draw my motivation is fucking kow

[@Dreamwarrior685]

The art goat is back 🔥🔥🔥

[@dan-bw9xv]

First time viewer and I have to say great video ! Good editing and pretty much to the point. I was gonna say life is kind of one goal after another as life is an ongoing battle. But it seems you get that form how you ended your video.

[@margaritaleal7014]

LETS GO NEW VIDEO 🦟🦗🦟🦗🦟🦗🦟🦗🦟🦗

[@Trxpzioi]

Oml he’s returned

[@GucciPucciMIH]

To me success is when you're successful

[@LilSuga_Official]

I hate how Ive devoted my wgile life to art. And i always feel bad at art no matter how much improvement i have. I always suck at art

[@xGates]

A video. finally 🙂

[@10XSeiga]

WHERE YOU BEEN MY G

[@-CSravankumarAngidi]

sucess is overrated donot chase sucess chase excellence how perfect you can be in your art(work) that gives you happiness

[@jeremiahlancaster549]

Can you make a video on Boichi art style please forget that pretty please love ddmark

[@fuicapaulliviu4157]

I have a question, I've been drawing manga for about 7-8 months but I have a problem, since I started and so far I haven't made much progress, and I know why, because I only draw 1-3 times a week for about 2-4 hours because I'm too lazy to draw but I really want to become good at drawing manga but I don't know how to make a drawing plan because I usually only draw when I feel like it, if you could leave a comment or even you could make a video on how to get rid of boredom when drawing manga.

[@Emmortalgod21]

There is a book I recommend for dd mark : the book name is growing up is empty stay a child. Stay love. Stay art anyone who is reading this as well can get the book it might change your life's I am still reading tho 😅

[@Ramenko1]

I subscribed. I am taking on a project on the level of Akira. I will change the world.

[@OziisJourney]

love your videos man ! all love from Lagos :>

[@RoyalOkere]

ddmarkk still hasn’t set up the discord server😂 i think is lagos boys should help him out

[@jinsangthehunter5719]

Missed you bro!

[@Bxndobubba]

You know the mini you thing that pops up when you’re talking? I see a lot of ppl make them but what would you call it?

[@JoJoboiWav]

a chibi

[@isstrue]

upload MORE! I know you wanna, ONCE A MONTH, sounds reasonable to me.

[@FL_WOOZY]

It's been so looooong!!😢

[@Electreczon4]

how did you do that crosshatching for your background earlier this livestream

[@samarrom7295]

May I please ask a question? Do you need csp for making comics? Do you think its practical to make manga on ibspaintx?

[@Thehonouredone-bi5pc]

How to draw dynamic poses

[@justoopy]

nearly at 50k

[@tutumbuyisa2455]

Hey there after 4 months of waiting

[@user-zj1ve9lz3t]

Can you pleas make a Vedio on how to draw anime dreads

[@hemanthakumara621]

Hey DD MARKK please do a video about "how to Draw death note art style"please please please 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏😀😀😀

[@sotothecreator]

Success to me is when you're genuinely satisfied with your lifestyle.

[@Snaaaaap]

I would think when you have accomplished your goal(s) that you set out to do? Like, for example, as an artist making a living off your art so you never have to work a 9-5 on a regular basis? XD Thats a very good black clover fan art!

[@mohamudmaliik]

Wbat Tablet and program are you use your Manga bro?