When impulsivity goes wrong.

[@PrimalVideo]

Dude that intro is 🔥

[@WavesNGames]

"maybe it's the desire to turn these videos into the perfect versions of what they could be that stops me from doing it, or maybe it's a lack of a deadline" I've never related more to a statement. Thanks for the inspiration Jesse.

[@JoshSchorle]

SAME. I kinda have to give myself deadlines otherwise nothing gets done.... but then the realization that I MYSELF created the deadline sets in and then become okay with fudging up the deadline a bit for the sake of saving my sanity.

[@mattdavella]

Dude! Such an epic video from start to finish.

[@JesseDriftwood]

Much appreciate 🙇‍♂️

[@jakefelzien]

It literally baffles me how much creative juice this guy has sitting out there that we haven't seen. Jesse, whether we get to see it, some of it, none of it, we are here for you man. And keep up the fantastic work.

[@Levi_Allen]

We don’t deserve Jesse on KZbin

[@AndrewMurphyFilms]

So glad I got to see the final opening shot after all the bts stories on instagram!! So worth it!

[@Shalaco]

Jesse! This intro is the best thing I've seen on youtube…in … ever! Felt like a movie. So fire!

[@AnthonyGugliotta]

Aaaaaall those unfinished projects! 100% relatable!

[@Premier-Media-Group]

The one creator who truly understands the value of consistent, good audio...lol

[@JesseDriftwood]

I should just start wearing that headset mic while vlogging haha

[@dslrvideoshooter]

This was gold Jesse! My problem is I research and then don't even start videos now because I foresee the road blocks, boredom, impostor syndrome etc.

[@JesseDriftwood]

I feel that in most aspects of my life tbh. Taxes, car repairs, cooking food etc. I get super overwhelmed by knowing how many steps are involved and so I avoid it. When it comes to video making I have a pretty good habit of just recording anytime I'm going something, in case I may need it someday. I also rarely script or plan out my videos, so that helps... or doesn't idk.

[@DominusFeles]

100% this!

[@antirushdreamclub]

but if you arent planning these things out, how do you achieve such continuity within the transitions and thought process? do you shoot videos like this during a moment of hyper focus? Planning out videos that Im making for myself sometimes is so draining for me, but if I know it will be seen by the public, I'll plan. @@JesseDriftwood

[@JesseDriftwood]

@@antirushdreamclub I'm sorry I never saw this question! I'd say like 5% of the time I'll try scripting a video, but thats usually just if I have a list of features or something I need to remember to mention, otherwise I shoot and edit the video simultaneously just constantly asking myself "what should come next? what feels right?" and then I smash my head into the keyboard for hours on end until it feels like I made it on purpose.

[@antirushdreamclub]

@@JesseDriftwood it’s all good bro. that last sentence makes all the sense in the world 😂

[@AndrewMasters]

You are something special Jesse. These videos are therapeutic to watch.

[@antirushdreamclub]

I resonate with those last minute thoughts of "this thing that is gonna cost us so much more time would make this video so much better." My brain is like " how can we take this to the next level" and I see that in your videos and I think adhd, at least in my experience practicing creativity, is the timbre that makes the voice of your content so unique

[@scottievee330]

okay. That intro was off the charts. Timing was insane. Wow. The entire video is on a different level.

[@yoganshbhatt]

Hey guys he's back! Mannnnnn you the one who pushed me to get that big dive into the world of cinematography ! Thanks a million christopher Nolan dude🤌

[@stuhunter]

Hard to comprehend the level of creativity you are at. Whether some projects sit on the shelf unfinished or you brain jumps to the next shiny thing your eyes see, you simply create incredible pieces of art for us to enjoy. We are all lucky to have you here

[@jjfire7]

Your impulsivity and the creativity that stems from it are definitely a big part of your charm and one of the many reasons I esteem you so much 🥰

[@JesseDriftwood]

Thank you so much man! 😊

[@AndrewMasters]

“Various states of incompleteness” is the name of my album

[@perhat22]

I would watch the shit out of any of these videos

[@mlegrand]

Some YT channels really do inspire you to go make fun shit. Congratulations Jesse. Impulsive or not, this is a great place to be.

[@vinofarm]

Can we get a BTS of that opening shot? Amazing!

[@Jason-mk3nn]

Jesse, the whole premise of your video is the blessing and curse of every creative, myself included. But, you did something today that is not just going tohelp you finish your videos, but you articulated what most of us struggle with every single day. And, you did it in a way that is inspiring in a way to help us go back and tackle our projects like this. Thank You. Secondly, for the same reasons I have seen you and fellow online content creators do, form networks, so that you each get to do the things you love doing, because in almost every case, you are going to find this wonderful puzzle-piece-like patchwork that will help each member do the part of what is needed that is holding you back, while you get to do the things that are holding others back. One of the greatest gifts during the Pandemic was a gift from both online content creators like you, but also the whole approach that Canadians tend to have with life - "just live it." Stop making excuses and find new and creative ways to push forward, and where Canadians really excelled during the Pandemic was in the way they inspired an entire generational moment to pivot life. I hope one day that there are documentaries made about this phenomenon, but until then, I am in awe, and deeply grateful for all content creators. You led creatives to places forgotten and unknown. Even in moments of hardship, you found ways to inspire. You also reminded us that the power of humanity is in the working together. Some of my favorite videos during the pandemic were when groups of content creators (from all over) got together to celebrate those moments when it was safer to do so. And, when it continued to bring you all together, we got to watch as creative minds fused and then we got an explosive dose of new creative inspiration and energy. That is the very best of humanity. It was not the products, or even the projects, it was witnessing inspiration, creativity, collaboration, resolve and re-inspiration, in action. As I wrote the above, it makes me more and more interested in making sure that story gets told. How many creators could be pulled together to do it justice? And, after thinking about it more, I am wondering if this would be an amazing project for the #Artlist100KFund challenge?

[@breakingeighty]

This might be the coolest opening sequence to any KZbin video I've seen - great work as always.

[@chasereeves]

Ho Lee Chit dude, this was masterful. Blown away by those shots and laughing about how much work you put into them. I love your incompletes. Definitely want you to teach me about how to use those movements on the cheap. That’s a course. Would pay. Birth stuff opened my trauma. ADD stuff, let it continue and keep filming. Dammit man, even your sponsor spot was dope. I love you.

[@jorgenleangen]

This is a fantastic video - and a great way to show us a little bit of all the unfinished stuff you have created :) I want to see that light video :) and the behind the scene of how you created this one (especially the robot arm shot with multiple YOU inside - that was fantastic!!

[@brahimecharqy]

always impress me with your creativity and how you tell the story in multiple scenes, I also have this problem of starting a video and never finish it.

[@sophiegarrett7305]

"Goes wrong" this video was beautiful. Don't think I've ever watched anything visually describe adhd like I feel it. Opening scene was a work of art ❤

[@SimonVisuals]

Wow! You are so creative! You can finish 1 from 100 and still be better than 99% of us!

[@DjFranz876]

I have lots of unfinish videos, too. I've been as about it. You said it perfectly. "It's the desire to turn these videos into the perfect version of what they could be that stops me from doing it finishing it"

[@mensiphotography]

Oh man, this video made me feel better!!! I have so many family vacation videos, important moment all filmed with very expensive gear and when the time to edit come... I'm like meh... Let's do something else! You are not alone my friend hahaha

[@OCAIOF]

So relatable and so well made! Damn, great one, Jesse!!

[@MrBait-yn9tg]

The intro was straight up badass! Looking forward for your documentary about ADHD. See yah soon!

[@WillieShawFilms]

Jesse, I don't think you get the credit you deserve for how creative you are. Like every video I've ever watched from you, I steal something. This video was so good! THE ENDING 🤯

[@RemisRange]

big fan of you holding your full sized mic in random places, way to turn the meta into your own

[@julianwi4571]

Wow. It´s like you read my mind. I am right now procrastinating two edits. One wich i should finish and one which i should start. And what prevents me from doing that are a bunch of the same things you mention

[@Reyes_Garcia]

this video like most of the ones you make are great. The creativity, the sense of humor, the work, the script, the technical execution. All at a very high level, never doubt that you are a great filmmaker, it seems to me that the only thing you need to succeed is consistency and concentration, which is not easy. Courage and at some point you will have everything under control and as you want, it's just a matter of keep trying.

[@gregtoope]

ive realized many years ago, that perfection just doesn't exist and sometimes good enough is what we should strive for. Love the video and as someone that also suffers from anxiety i can relate. Keep on the hunt for the right medication as it can make a world of difference. 🙏🏻

[@roknboker]

Today has been an amazing day on KZbin. First I watched Peter's video on chasing perfection - the idea that every shot has to be a banger. Then right after I watch this, and it talks about a lot of the same things and ideas, but relates to me in an ever larger way. Thanks Jesse!

[@JamieFenn]

That has to be the BEST god damn intro I've ever seen. Cheers my dude!

[@JustWojtek]

I would honestly watch any of those! For some reason it just makes me genuinely happy every time I get to watch a new upload of yours

[@juliodacosta91]

the intro, the whole story, the ending. just everything, is quite mind boggling to watch. it's very inspiring as well, all so well done! that is why you're my fav filmmaker! ❤ man I love it, I love you Jesse! can't get enough of you! love from Portugal 🇵🇹 ❤

[@ClayBowen]

Next level visuals and honest storytelling. Incredible, as always, Jesse

[@moderndayjae3167]

I would love to see the timeline of the intro of this video. Great job masking those clips so seamlessly and not skimping on sound design! Killed it!

[@MarcosRomero]

Wow I relate to this so hardcore. The amount of unfinished projects I have on my hard drive is unreal

[@jaydenzelezniak2154]

The way you ended this video had me giggling to myself. I was invested in this video and didn’t realise I was at the end of the video. So when it ended I just sat there smiling at my phone 🙃

[@DirtLifestyle]

Dude... I will literally watch anything you make. Keep killing it! And don't be too hard on yourself. We all have partially shot and edited videos laying around. But selfishly, I want you to finish all of yours so I have more to watch 😁.

[@JesseDriftwood]

I appreciate that so much dude 🥲

[@hereismatias]

Masterpiece. Such a personal video for such a collective struggle. You nailed it 🥲❤️

[@Jazodog]

So creative, my man Jesse!!! Unique, elite YT!! No need for perfection, you are the one and only. Hold on my friend, you have a beutifull family and friends around you. Enjoy life!

[@Dancing_Alone_wRentals]

I always wish everyone well. I try to be the first to clap. In your case, I'm on my feet clapping first. You are one of those KZbin channels I want to see live on forever!

[@jonashill6406]

You make my favorite videos on the internet. Keep creating. Keep sharing.

[@MrDawidson818]

Love your "thoughtfulness"

[@pettypoh]

Opening shot is (as usual) spectacular

[@kamilkurek1480]

The timing of this video! I'm 30 years old, and after a year and a half of therapy, my therapist said she suspects I might have ADHD. If that's true (I'll be getting tested in the coming weeks), it will be one of the most liberating diagnoses I've received in my entire life. I've always been considered 'talented but lazy.' I've constantly heard complaints that I'm not utilizing my potential, that I lack ambition. I changed jobs every few months because I got bored. I dropped out of college - twice. Since yesterday, I've been listening to interviews with people with ADHD, and it feels like I'm hearing about my own life. If I indeed have ADHD, I'll be able to shed a tremendous amount of pressure off my shoulders, to the point where it makes me want to cry. I've spent my whole life being angry at myself for having a short attention span and not finishing what I started. BUT, let's wait for the diagnosis - so I don't turn out to be a genuinely lazy person :D".

[@JesseDriftwood]

I resonate so much with this! Getting diagnosed was so helpful for this very reason. I grew up feeling like all of these things were character flaws or moral failings, even when I knew I was trying my absolute best.

[@MegaTerribleone]

You sure are a genius when it comes to creating always love to see you do stuff it’s great so creative

[@andyspacey]

that's was a master class in transitions . so smooth, the caritive thought proses was wicked

[@TheDadventures]

Jesse has the best "How the F(#$ did he edit that?"... Its so refreshing :) Doesn't matter what you put out, its going to be amazing mate.

[@benjhaisch]

this intro was absolute brilliant insanity.

[@StevenPurdy88]

An incredible edit, so cram packed full of your unique style.

[@jaminerodrigues]

I would love to see all these videos coming up, mostly the ones about your wife's pregnancy, light breakdown and ADHD journey

[@andrewcapili]

Love the creativity and execution of this video. Definitely kept me glued

[@RedFrameTech]

I can completely relate! Got diagnosed with ADHD 2 years ago (at age 35). That has made such a difference to my life. I’m hopefully starting medication next month to see if it’ll help me. But I’m also starting to embrace the good sides of having ADHD. Great video and I hope you see the positive sides as well even though the mood swings can make that very difficult..

[@irohitnagra]

Wow! So much effort!

[@FlashFocused]

quality > quantity always. amazing video Jesse

[@LGardner]

Another incredible intro! 100% relate to this video

[@NickdelaForce]

I love the way you tell stories!! This was an awesome video to watch.. but the message really resonated for me too… I’ve been agonising over unfinished videos I’ve felt like I lost the mojo to complete for what felt like ages. I immediately felt inspired after watching this, even if it was just to move on to something else, knowing it’s ok to do that and not feel bad about it. Thank you!

[@cammackey]

Jesse, you have a beautiful brain.

[@cammackey]

Also, You're a shark.

[@thedeathorb]

Always coming with the ultimate creativity and editing techniques. Love your work, Jesse- please finish more videos 🙏🤣

[@Bonjurro]

That was great. I’d vote for the family video first and all the dolly stuff after that because it just looked awesome.

[@MakeWithMiles]

So good. The amount of effort you put in to each video is off the charts. Love it big time man 🙏

[@bdcontent0922]

Big UP! Miss you man Greeting from Mongolia.. Your videos always give me pure joy :)

[@guirob]

Good to see u back... I love multi-youtubers project... definetly want to see your work with Josh and his Orbit 😉

[@Benjamin.Greenwood]

I would love to see a video with those ADHD, productivity hacks! That would be awesome!

[@PaigeMTL]

This was one of those videos that made me go "There are levels to this, and I'm not on this one"

[@YannickReid]

This video was insane. The good insane… actually the great one. Damn.

[@Nath.Heimberg]

Glad you finished that one. Dude your editing is mind boggling 🤯 I have a lot to learn and will keep on watching what you make! 👊

[@ItsJonnyKeeley]

Keep being you man, this was another wonderful video.

[@BenBenJK]

This video speaks to me and my mountain of hard drives, all with unfinished projects on them. Thank you for the motivation to push through and publish the work that has been sitting dormant for almost a decade. Cheers to creativity in all forms and how we can push ourselves to see these projects through.

[@stevenkralovec]

Amazing work. Those long take motion controlled composites are dope. 🤙🏼

[@DominusFeles]

I’ve also from time to time get the fantastic idea that I will not allow myself to start any new project until I’ve finished the ones that are already initiated. Typically resulting in me not doing anything, at all.

[@RyanLawless]

Going wrong is still better than going nowhere. As a great philosopher once retorted, "We're lost, but making good time!"

[@fozziewossie]

Excellent. I'll take this video as an ode to all my half finished projects!

[@ardimeliala]

Thank you for sharing this "struggle" that you've faced. I believe a lot of creators are facing the same, and you're helping us feel better. Can't wait for your next video (story).

[@andimoraru5539]

Hands down best commercial on YT

[@Shalaco]

So good, so relatable. Jesse, have you ever considered hiring a project manager, who's #1 goal is to help you cross the finish line? Help you prioritize projects , itemize next steps, and create deliverables and hold you accountable to following through on the commitments you make to yourself?

[@MDRProductionz]

I feel like every creative needs a friend like Jesse...I struggle because I always have all these ideas and things I want to do, but I've been the wearer of so many hats in my productions/content that I enjoy when I can have other likeminded creatives be able to take on those roles that I often have to do along with (shooting/editing/sound design/etc) while I enjoy doing those things, I like to be part of a fully functioning team of people even if the team isn't big but I'm not the one having to do everything. I've always had friends and people I know that are down to help, but they lack the same passion and drive, and I feel more like they are doing it as a "favor to a friend" to "help me out" and less of they also want to see the vision in its final completed form. I know it sounds selfish to ask that of other people. I just wish I had more friends that were like, "yeah man, lets do this" when I feel apprehensive about starting projects I really want to see completed and released to the world, yet I'd rather scrap them, then to have me continue to do it all myself, I want to share to creative spotlight and wealth (well when that side of it comes :( ). Thank you for always being inspirational and encouraging Jesse...All without even knowing me. -Matt

[@neoabhiarc]

Glad you've talked about, things pile up too easily once you get into more and more, the motivation of starting something is way higher than finishing the older. I'm still sucking at this. Every night I think tomorrow I start finishing my old and next day ending up starting to get into a new project altogether

[@heyheyhey520]

I look up to your creative force a lot and it’s so meaningful to hear the struggle that goes into it. Big upvote on the lighting video, because that intro is wildly good. MKBHD where is the studio tour for my man???

[@SamFigueroa]

Oh wow, I can relate to this so much. I don't know the amount of videos I've started and lost interest in finishing, or just feel I need some bit more of footage to make it click. I've never thought of giving myself deadlines to make them move forward. Thanks.

[@JohnScottB]

That intro was absolute 🔥every creative person has a treasure trove of amazing and unfinished work. This was a great way to display a lot of that which I thought was great even if none of them ever get finished. Keep it up.

[@natepotter6911]

One of the best. Love you, Jesse!

[@kurtgilbertson]

Just have to say you’re great and I miss seeing your face. Thank you for all your creativity!

[@AtharvSaini]

you the GOAT. Happens to the best of us. Starting inspired and never ending and finishing it. My short film has been sitting too, shot it on kodak 500t and 250d 16 and 35 mm and did a rough cut for it but just havent pushed to finish it due to sfx and scoring delays ...

[@PJ-zj9wm]

Thank you so much for this video! TRULY looking forward to the ADHD journey video. I'm a 1st AD going through the same thing and thought about documenting it. Now I now I should. Thanks Jesse🥺🤜🤛

[@jamescandyland]

This was so awesome, the creativity, story and honesty were so inspiring!

[@Macketi]

10/10 video! My soul cried at this video its so relatable... I just wish you knew how perfect and awesome your videos are even if you think they're mediocre you might think they are... ❤ but Im just always excited and happy when you hit that publish button.

[@SanMarin0]

Another Jesse Driftwood video, another banger.

[@HaveFun]

Your intro is soooooo dope. How do you film it?

[@zachlucas]

I feel like this too. I have so much footage and videos I thought I was going to make something with and never did. Now I keep wanting to go back to it and finish it, but it's like I don't really know where to begin again... one day I guess LOL

[@shotbyjoramos]

Man, this video is piece of ART 🙌

[@BrandonHinojosa]

Definitely part of the club. Thanks for making this video Jesse!

[@theandrewteoh]

Jesse's intro is always so darn epic! Love the video!