Why you need a break and reset your creativity

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[@LouwLemmer]

Brought here by Jacques Crafford's video! So exciting to dig into your channel!

[@SjoerdWess]

Cheers man! Saw your name popping up through Jacques!

[@jacques_crafford]

Yes bro!!! I went through something similar! I use sticky notes… it’s crazy but it works for me 🔥

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks bruh. That might actually be an amazing idea! Ill try it next time!@

[@tobytorials]

I really resonated with the part where you said that “the first days of taking a break, you felt like you need to do something” I always have the feeling I need to do something work related, even if I have a bad day I need to push myself trough. But I notice more and more that this is a bad pattern. Great video and thanks for the reminder!

[@SjoerdWess]

I feel you totally. Glad you picked it up this way! Exactly what I wanted to achieve with this video!

[@tobytorials]

@@SjoerdWess 🫶🏽

[@georgekamenov_]

Allowing yourself to do other stuff, or even just to do nothing and be bored is so important as a creator. Some of my most productive periods have happened exactly because I decided to just let myself do stuff that isn't related to work at all or just to have a few days where I aimlessly do whatever I feel like in the moment because of boredom. A life that's a constant "what's next on the schedule" is one that ruins your mental as a creator. Sometimes the "fk around and find out" mentality is the best thing you can do to not end up burnt out from doing the same stuff day in and day out 😂

[@SjoerdWess]

Man, this is so well said! I cannot think the last time I had a day of boredom. This is a next step into this search if peace and clarity, haha.

[@joiapauletta]

Great video once again! Really like the raw talking videos in combination with the creative intro and shots outside ✌️

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks Joiiiiii! Appreciate it!

[@markcurevisuals]

Great video and message Sjoerd! I'm also always bringing the camera on every trip.. 😅 Really loved those first scenes!

[@SjoerdWess]

Cheers man! Im taking mine almost always too. But sometimes its just better not to bring anything except a book! Haha

[@JustusStew]

Love the pacing in the intro! 😂 also totally get the feeling when you said “not sure where I wanted to go with this video” haha Turned out great either way!!

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks brother! Haha

[@PierreLeCaillou]

First time commenting here, been working for 5+ years, took a break recently so this is so right on point with some thoughts I have, thanks for sharing yours 🙌🏻 (and great vids, big fan of your work !)

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks for sharing this man! Means a lot! And good for you on taking that break🙌🏼

[@TimRunia]

Nice video mate! Verrry good vibes 😍Totally agree on don’t feel guilty for leaving your camera equipment at home. Next time i should really do that because I always feel guilty if I dont use it 😅

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks my friend! Its a lesson i learned the hard way haha.

[@Photo_Frank]

Love it bro!😍 the different angles and scenes are great!

[@SjoerdWess]

Thanks man!❤️

[@JonasVanraes]

I always enjoy your content Sjoerd, each video has a vibe!

[@SjoerdWess]

I appreciate that!

[@NathanCarterVids]

I hear you on this one. Hope you're doing well!

[@SjoerdWess]

Definitely mate! Never better.. but the break was necessary! Hope youre doing good mate

[@NathanCarterVids]

​@SjoerdWess thats great to hear man.

[@pauljakeman]

Loved this video mate! Glad you had some time off and you and your gf had a relaxing great time. This video also shows how plans change for sure! I always used a notebook when writing down song ideas when I produced music. Now I’m using one for notes and ideas for videos and photography. All the best for 2024 Sjoerd!

[@SjoerdWess]

thanks a lot Paul! It certainly is a nice way of categorizing thoughts when wanting some down time. I just instantly open IG when grabbing the phone. Crazy. Haha

[@pauljakeman]

@@SjoerdWess too true man, and it’s a hard habit to break for sure. I’ll be getting Instagram again at some point this year so I’ll be sure to follow you there too mate!

[@paulm8157]

Points well made, Sjoerd. Constant work risks burnout. We need re-charge time. In the case of KZbin channels, my sense is that extended breaks have risks, as well: (1) loss of momentum/mojo; (2) falling behind the technical advances curve; and, (3) loss of impatient viewers/subscribers who might conclude that a channel has gone “dark” and un-subscribe. My hunch is that not everyone can refresh and resume as well as you can. So, I would temper the advice by suggesting creatives stockpile material/posts if at all possible to keep the presence alive - even if that means shorter posts (or posting “shorts”) spread out over the planned down time. Does that make sense? Cheers!

[@SjoerdWess]

It definitely makes sense! I value your feedback Paul!

[@VideoVo-Tech]

Everyone needs to be reminded of this every now and then. Thanks, Sjoerd!

[@SjoerdWess]

Cheers man!🙏🏼

[@ElliotForemanFilms]

Loved this Sjoerd! This is the curse of doing the thing we love for work - sometimes it can be difficult to switch off. Great video!

[@SjoerdWess]

Perfectly said! Its so true and so difficult haha. Glad you liked it!

[@tessahurkmans]

Amazeballs 🫶🏼

[@SjoerdWess]

Jeeeeee❤️💕

[@matthijsdedeugd]

Ja toch leuk shot!

[@SjoerdWess]

Zeeeeker

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[@SjoerdWess]

It's the iFootage spider arms. Amazing stuff!