For those who feel burnt out
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- čas přidán 12. 05. 2024
- A message for those who feel burnt out and caught in the reigns of hustle culture: it can wait.
I used to find myself caught up in a constant cycle of entertaining "the grind" without taking the time to breathe, eat, sleep, reflect, ground myself, or nurture the things that mean the most to me in my life (hell, I still get caught up here and there). Taking some kind of break is essential for balance and well-being.
man i usually wanna crack a joke but you got me going outside n just reading… thank you shawn
😭 love you
Man THANK YOU SO MUCH....this video came just at the right time for me... For my whole life, I have been chasing my dream to become successful filmmaker / director of photography. Since I was a kid, I dreamed of working on big narrative films. I was lucky enough to make a living with videography/solo-filmmaking after finishing high school. Though I was still far a way from my dream, I mostly enjoyed filming real events with friends, family or things that I loved. I would pay my bills by doing smaller commercial projects, mostly with clients that were fun to work with. I always had time & some money to travel with my friends or my girlfriend to some foreign places while working on some little jobs a few times a year. I have filmed a travel film by myself which was being released in theaters all over my country. It was perfect, as it felt like I could balance all the things I loved in my life. Only 2 years ago, I started to fall into the trap of social media where I would start comparing my work to really big DPs that were way above my skillset & experience. I wanted to be like them and it would mean that I would have to work my way up. I applied for film school two times (which is really hard in Germany due to very limited student selection) and got accepted on my second try. Furthermore, I felt like this would open the door to a more fulfilled life as it has always been my dream to work in the film industry. Quickly after starting my first semester, I realized that the film school would take up 90-95% of my time for the next 4 years, as there was not much room for anything outside of that. I started committing to that idea, as I was excited to turn all of my focus into becoming a DP. My life turned into a rollercoaster from then on as my career path slowly eliminated all of my private life (friends, my relationship, travel and many more aspects). I was sort of aware of these things but kept ignoring them as I blindly chased my dream. Everything in my mind revolved around filmmaking, filmmaking and filmmaking. Slowly, I created this unhealthy habit of watching endless hours of CZcams videos outside of college that would also make me a better cinematographer. To compensate all the stress I have created, I ate really unhealthy, smoked a lot of pot, and slept way to little. I still thought I was kind of on the right path and that I was fully in control until recently after 5 heavy weeks on set, I almost faced a panic attack the first night I tried to relax a little. My mind was racing relentlessly and I got really sick...luckily... I had to take a step back and ask myself if all the hustle was worth the stress and anxiety and if working on big film sets was even for me. After seeing my family and friends from home and taking a break it felt like my heart was speaking to me again and reminding me of all the good things outside of work life. I started to remember why I loved filmmaking in the first place and that I had put myself under pressure because I was seeking something or someone I simply wasn't. Realizing that I could still do what i love but accepting that I don't have to become THE BEST filmmaker was the biggest relief in my life. I will quit film school soon. Only now am I starting to develop a more sustainable relationship with my partner and finding balance between all the different things that I used to be thankful for in my life. Don't get caught up too much in the hustle mentality, find out who you really are and at what price you will sacrifice some things in your life. So thank you than finally someone is opening up about all this bs that we get told everyday!:)
Been through a burn out and became aware of how to balance between hustling and breaks. It's an art, and I'm still working on it.
I feel like it usually takes one single experience of burnout to further inform how you operate from then on. Still, it’s a total song and dance. Hope you can continue balancing it well!
The pacing, intentionality, filming, and message in this video resonates deeply with me right now. Hell yeah. I've taken a break from making CZcams videos, but my professional life has felt non-stop. I've got to take another social(consumption) break and find myself again. Love you brother, another banger!!
thanks brother 🖤 Have missed seeing you upload but sometimes the work grind calls and you gotta answer. I’m with you on the social break - too easy to get consumed and distracted by it all
CameraGuy: Hustle Culture. Hadn't heard that term until now but it makes total sense. This really challenged me to look inward and examine balance in my life, is my heart behind our content and/or narrative,...or.... am I just pushing another upload signed, sealed, delivered through the machine.. Rinse. Repeat. Thank you for that challenge. As usual, visuals, sound, all of it...spot on. We're due for a coffee..Love ya’ man..JH
Always nice to reflect! thanks for watching (and yes, coffee soon)
Such beautiful shots! 😍 Those three friend birds gliding together across the sky...
glad you enjoy it! I like that shot too
had a mental breakdown 10min prior to this video going up....what a great coincidence, exactly what i needed, gave me much neededperspective once again (as do most of ur videos)
I’m so glad it helped you!
What a video! I've really tried to ensure I take time out too, work is great, but if it's all the time, it becomes no fun. Allowing time for yourself is a must. It's nice seeing the "hustle culture" change, it's not always got to be work, work, work all the time.
yesss balance is imperative. Thanks for watching!
Love the message. Masterful cinematography and editing.
appreciate it! Thank you for watching
brother you are mad underrated... your storytelling, video editing, color grading, sound design....I CANNOT EXPLAIN HOW GOOD IT IS.
appreciate it! 🙏🏼
agree. Really good video
This video - and the insights - are an absolute gift. Really well done. Thank you for capturing this 🙏
Thank you for watching and for the kind words!
The timing of this could not be any better. I just finished editing a docuseries that took a hold of my time for four months, and I definitely felt burnt out during all that, especially while also working a 9-5. Watching this now I'll always remind myself to spend time doing stuff for myself. Even if my passion is filmmaking it REALLY can take a toll on one's mental and physical health. Thank you for this Shawn! Keep it up and take care of yourself!
Jorel! Thanks for watching. Super happy to hear you’ve been staying busy with the passion you’ve always strived to be a part of. I’m glad this message resonated with you. Keep at it and take good care 🖤
I just recently started making vlogs on youtube even bought a camera and feeling the burnout already. But your this video gave me a hope and encouragement, really needed something like this to watch. so i might use some of your wise words and mention you on my next vlog to help encourage others who maybe on a similar journey, thanks for the masterpiece 🤝 really appreciate your work man❤
hey! congrats on starting your journey. hope you can find that balance you’re looking for. thanks for watching and supporting ✨
this is so accurate ! Thank you! Btw the editing of the audio in the beginning is insane you are great at audio damn
thanks for the love! yeah that took me a minute haha
all your videos bring tears to my eyes. so beautifully said and done Shawn, you are such a beautiful and talented person
Isa thank you so much ✨ really appreciate you. I’m always gonna cherish these trips with you and the squad
Finding balance in life helps you improve your overall health. When you have balance, you have time to pay attention to your body's needs. You can prioritize things like diet, exercise, pray or meditation instead of regretting that you never have time to take care of yourself. Great video as always, your storytelling really impresses me!
I always put like before I even watch it❤
love it haha thank you!
my english level isnt good , sometimes ı cant understand you. but your videos is calm... words are not important. the way you feel is so nice. thank you :)
that’s so sweet, thank you 😊
I also kinda stuck between my dreams and academic hustle...After seeing your video it gave me an answer....Keep making these amazing videos....I love you buddy ❤
both can coexist at different points in our life and sometimes our attention is definitely diverted! for better or for worse. much love, thanks for watching
Beautiful, just beautiful. Well done. ❤
thanks so much
I'm so happy I've found your channel! Thank YOU😌!
Thank you for being here!
Burnout is REAL and it's not a joke. I didn't think I would be able to climb out of the place that hustle culture got me.
I completely agree with you. Pause is non negotiable.
Btw, cinematography is on point!
thanks so much! Yeah I once heard someone say that you don’t get burnt out doing the things you love and that’s a hard disagree from me lol especially if you’re doing too much all the time, it can creep up
Great video thank you for the reminder
Really a true masterpiece of cinematography and story telling, you truely have a way of filming that i love everytime and i'm so happy i've discovered ur channel man ! Take time for you and i hope you find ur balance between work and everything/everyone around u. Thank u for this video, it really inspires me to be and do better !
I appreciate that! thanks for watching, I’m glad it could be of some help to you :)
I'm so happy you saw my comment ! To be honest I'm french and i discovered ur channel weeks ago when i felt bad about my life, but ur videos were like so helpful for me man. Just know that u doing great and ur videos help a lot of people like me ! Thanks !
can’t wait to rewatch this with my lunch tomorrow
let me know what your lunch thinks about it!
The photography is great and the message is too. Keep pushing your content bro 🚀
thanks so much 😊
Thank you fro this, truly. It made me feel better today:)
So good!
thank you!
I just start the video , univers call ! :)
thanks for watching!
Dude… you killed it! 🔥
thanks so much! ❤️🔥
beautiful
Thank you!
I wanna gatekeep Shawn ngl
I’m already gatekeeping myself haha
first comment - i think this one was meant for me :’)
huge W! thanks for watching
you are inspiring, could you please be able to tell me that does these type of videos, cinematic stuff earns on CZcams? I am thinking about starting my dream of doing this
Hey, I hope you are doing well. Can you please tell me the name of the music in the ending part of video. I would use it for meditation.
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