the secret to content creation I wish I knew sooner

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  • how to get paid (a lot) to be yourself online - sponsored by Squarespace đŸ€ Go to squarespace.com/lynetteadkins for 10% off!
    My dream was to get paid to show up as I am everyday, and I found that dream become reality through content creation. In this video, I share what I think is the key to becoming a successful content creator in this era of the internet. How to show up as your authentic yourself, attract a community that resonates with you, and get paid a lot of money for it.
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  • @teaterpenes9354
    @teaterpenes9354 Pƙed 2 lety +1429

    "Be yourself, show up as you are, and you will be taken care of" - if you heard NOTHING else from this video. A Whole message.

    • @Nyangi2.0
      @Nyangi2.0 Pƙed rokem +8

      Oh yes... This is well said. ❀❀❀

    • @snl7726
      @snl7726 Pƙed rokem +2

      💛

    • @akayla2398
      @akayla2398 Pƙed rokem +4

      Omg yes and baby I saw your page I NEED TO SHOW UP ! Love your channel already

    • @racheljune688
      @racheljune688 Pƙed rokem +2

      Amazing and real takeaway! đŸ’›â€ïžđŸ˜€

    • @paop4410
      @paop4410 Pƙed rokem

      Let the church say AMEN! We are Divinely created and divinely taken cared of 🙏

  • @dominicalucia
    @dominicalucia Pƙed 2 lety +822

    Yes yes yes. Girl I am so happy someone finally said that “niching” down is not a thing anymore. I never felt connected to that especially as someone who is multi passionate and felt like I was putting myself in a box to get followers and then what, I can’t ever be anything else? So thank you for sharing this. Love watching your videos and you inspire me to get back on CZcams 💗

    • @lifewithkashmeere
      @lifewithkashmeere Pƙed 2 lety +32

      I don’t niche down because I’m very multifaceted! There are so many levels of me ; I would go crazy if I had to niche down

    • @dominicalucia
      @dominicalucia Pƙed 2 lety +6

      @@lifewithkashmeere love to see this, thanks for the inspo to get back to CZcams đŸ€

    • @PurposedLensPhotoMedia
      @PurposedLensPhotoMedia Pƙed rokem +17

      In my opinion, the concept of having to niche down sometimes comes across as "limiting" yourself. In reality it's just focusing on one thing that your audience can rely on you to always bring to the table.
      I think of MKBHD (a tech reviewer). If I want to know if something is worth buying, I know he is going to cover the aspects that are important to me. This is all because of the way he has focused his channel.
      Although choosing a niche has really helped me, this is just my opinion.😀
      I wish everyone here success on their CZcams channel! đŸ’ȘđŸŸ

    • @lifeofhoua6302
      @lifeofhoua6302 Pƙed rokem +3

      Yes! Thanks for saying we don’t need to niche down anymore. I’m going to start my channel again.

    • @nicolemjohnson
      @nicolemjohnson Pƙed rokem +1

      GIRL SAAAAME!!!!’ 🎊 â€đŸ”„â€ïžđŸ˜ƒ

  • @nija2106
    @nija2106 Pƙed 2 lety +618

    When I first started I saw myself trying to embody what I was watching another creators but now I realize personality carries you!

    • @JiannisJourney
      @JiannisJourney Pƙed 2 lety +55

      this is soo true lol. It feels so much better and less draining when you decide to film who you actually are instead of what you're trying to be. I used to get so mentally tired after filming, but it was because I was constantly exerting so much energy. I think I forgot that people wanna see chill personalities too lol.

    • @QuintyBodine
      @QuintyBodine Pƙed 2 lety +13

      I feel this! I have been making videos for a while now but only since a few weeks ago I started seeing this as a spiritual journey without focussing on the results so much!

    • @Prettybaby52
      @Prettybaby52 Pƙed 2 lety +25

      @@JiannisJourney yes, i used to think that "chill" was boring. i always felt like i had to be one of those loud and super confident creators or people wouldn't watch my video. i was soooo drained. now I'm teaching myself how to just chill and i feel so much better mentally/emotionally.

    • @MarilynRoseYT
      @MarilynRoseYT Pƙed 2 lety +15

      You wrote perfectly what I had been feeling, when I'm editing my videos sometimes I think that I should be speaking "more upbeat" like some of the creators I watch. But then I have to remind myself that how I talk normally is the best reflection of me

    • @khandeece
      @khandeece Pƙed 2 lety +17

      I love that this is a thread of chill girls, I feel seen & heard. Sending love ✹

  • @klarabartos4208
    @klarabartos4208 Pƙed měsĂ­cem +466

    I wish I had this video back when I was starting. I was so mad because I had great content but wasn't getting any attention. 1k was mission impossible. I was lucky when I found out I can boost my channel with initial subs just enough to start getting noticed. I got myself first couple of hundred subs for very low price (I have personally used a bit of Famester). After that my main channel gained a ton of organic traffic.

  • @Bless.Mandyy
    @Bless.Mandyy Pƙed 2 lety +129

    The more I watch content creators on CZcams, the more I realize the importance of being your authentic self is one of the main reasons their page is successful. It draws people to your CZcams channel. New subscriber 😊

  • @ViolettaLeMone
    @ViolettaLeMone Pƙed 2 lety +151

    The moment I started putting my authentic self out there and sharing my story, I gained over 1k subscribers in less than a month. Doing this also allowed me make deeper connections and grow my ideal audience ❀

  • @dayerlise
    @dayerlise Pƙed 2 lety +236

    Love this! I’ve noticed that sometimes I’m afraid of being my authentic self online but I’m realizing God has a plan for me and I’m starting to focus on being a better me when I get back to posting youtube videos soon!

    • @ShelbysPerspective
      @ShelbysPerspective Pƙed 2 lety +4

      I can relate and can’t wait to start watching your vids

    • @dayerlise
      @dayerlise Pƙed 2 lety

      @@ShelbysPerspective awww thank you love❀

    • @ElenaDenisaOfficial
      @ElenaDenisaOfficial Pƙed 2 lety +2

      Thank you for leaving this comment, I think I needed to hear this and good luck on your journey too❀

    • @dayerlise
      @dayerlise Pƙed 2 lety +1

      @@ElenaDenisaOfficial of course and same to you!❀

    • @Nyangi2.0
      @Nyangi2.0 Pƙed rokem +4

      It took me 5 months of overthink ING before I started my channel. I was scared people wouldn't watch because I'm an introvert and wanted to do silent vlogs and I'm not outgoing. I thought I would bore people to death, that I had to be upbeat and extroverted. I regret not starting earlier. I actually love what I'm doing and I'm happy I went for it. ❀❀❀

  • @leighauza
    @leighauza Pƙed rokem +45

    So beautiful. I thought content creation was more of *presenting* yourself but now I'm realizing it's really just *being* yourself. There's no need to "find" that niche or position yourself properly. Be yourself... there's no better positioning than that.

    • @gosiaporaj
      @gosiaporaj Pƙed rokem +1

      I agree! It's really just owning whatever you have, right?

    • @lola4show
      @lola4show Pƙed rokem +1

      Yes!

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem

      being you is the key. because there's only one you in the world.

  • @mie_holm
    @mie_holm Pƙed rokem +202

    Finally somebody said it!🧡 Ever since I started building my online presence, I felt like niching was incredibly counter productive. I had so many things I was interested in, and it felt unnatural to pick ONE topic, and making that your entire identity. Thank you for making these kind of videos!🧡

    • @thetravelhottie
      @thetravelhottie Pƙed rokem +1

      Thisssssss!

    • @GraciousGrac
      @GraciousGrac Pƙed rokem

      This is a very good content, thanks for sharing

    • @greenluxi
      @greenluxi Pƙed rokem +4

      Every single person is different from the next, there's nothing more niche than being yourself.

    • @Yararar
      @Yararar Pƙed rokem +1

      If anything, combining multiple passions makes you more unique

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem

      hope you are building where you stopped off at and will never stop. just be persistent. success will come.

  • @williamregner5363
    @williamregner5363 Pƙed rokem +149

    Have you guys heard of Famester? I use it all the time... no terms/policy violations whatsoever. And my social accounts are growing like crazy!

  • @victorromero7750
    @victorromero7750 Pƙed 2 lety +7

    "we need to see more people be authentically as themselves" damn that's good advice

  • @TheCarlaProject
    @TheCarlaProject Pƙed 2 lety +25

    this is so true. i wanted to clean up my life and figure out how to get organized cuz i was so overwhelmed all the time. started documenting it with my iphone just for fun never with the thought to turn it into a career but now it is my full time thing just one year later which is crazy. i literally get paid to live my messy life and improve it. it's a dream!!!

    • @shaneyg25
      @shaneyg25 Pƙed rokem

      Congratulations

    • @mallorymurphy2678
      @mallorymurphy2678 Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci

      I would love love love to hear your story and your background
 I am literally feeling exactly how you said you were feeling. So overwhelmed

  • @aredamancylife
    @aredamancylife Pƙed rokem +52

    Shout out to the CZcams algorithm for showing me this video, I truly truly appreciate you and talking about this. I have been struggling with this specifically and now feel so much more confident in moving forward with starting my channel! Thank you Lynette!

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem

      wow. great to see another beautiful person inspired by Lynette. Awesome. Come back with your success testimony my dear girl. look forward to your story.

  • @annaphotiou6092
    @annaphotiou6092 Pƙed rokem +22

    Soo so SOO true. This is so valuable for me hearing that, because as a multi passionate person the "just focus on a niche" phrase always makes me feel so caged and paralyzied because this is not who I am. I like multi dimensional personalities and people need to understand that this is the new norm.

    • @gosiaporaj
      @gosiaporaj Pƙed rokem

      Exactly! We are so much more than a niche and we change so fast. It's such a disservice for everyone to have a niche actually ;)

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem

      well you can still be multi dimensional, but focus on bringing out the best of each personality.

  • @hellothere8347
    @hellothere8347 Pƙed 2 lety +41

    She so right! When I first started my channel I was doing things just because other CZcamsrs was doing them and it wasn’t working for me. Now that I be my authentic self on my channel and actually sharing my journey I’m helping others and Im not even at a thousand subscribers yet!❀ I’m almost monetized without no promotion simply sharing my experiences & being me!

    • @abeniayisat
      @abeniayisat Pƙed rokem +2

      That’s so good 😊

    • @lynellb
      @lynellb Pƙed rokem +1

      I'm in awe over this bc I decided to share my story/experiences via my channel to help ppl...but to hear someone who's been doing this longer than I have, say all of this is simply confirmation!

    • @CharlieMorrisTV
      @CharlieMorrisTV Pƙed rokem

      Y’all really motivating me đŸ‘đŸŸđŸ™đŸż

    • @mallorymurphy2678
      @mallorymurphy2678 Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci

      I’d love to hear your story. I’m in the same boat. I’m at a loss where to start

  • @BrielleJuliet
    @BrielleJuliet Pƙed 2 lety +191

    You’re incredibly inspiring!! Seeing how much you’ve grown both as a person and a creator over the past couple years is crazy. It’s so motivating to see how drastically and quickly things can change, you move with such powerful energy now!! I’d love to see you talk more about things you’ve learned about being a creator 💕💕

    • @keanuparker1436
      @keanuparker1436 Pƙed 2 lety +4

      Things speed up when you finally make up your mind

    • @nataliefields9009
      @nataliefields9009 Pƙed 2 lety

      RIGHT!!

    • @daniqsaa
      @daniqsaa Pƙed 2 lety +1

      Same same same!

    • @HiChinachannel
      @HiChinachannel Pƙed 2 lety

      Fantastic idea, I'll post more contents about how to become a content creator😜

    • @LynetteAdkins
      @LynetteAdkins  Pƙed 2 lety +3

      Thank you so much, this means the world! I definitely will continue sharing what i learn ❀

  • @WisdomWithin999
    @WisdomWithin999 Pƙed 2 lety +4

    I love the concept of content creating. There's a human need to have entertainment but a lot of people do not like TV, the news is dying, Netflix and Hulu are too expensive for never offering good selections. People are starting to care about entertainment that makes them a better person rather than wasting time. AND SO WE EVOLVE to be our own entertainers while bringing a lot of enrichment to people's lives. I've been so inspired and learned SO much from CZcams.

  • @SaharaKnows
    @SaharaKnows Pƙed 2 lety +5

    most content creators aren't being themselves either. alot of "influencers" are pushing narratives, products, & lifestyle just for money. let's be real.

  • @TheMagicCrafter
    @TheMagicCrafter Pƙed rokem +7

    Just found your channel today. Love this! Thank you for the dose of inspo. I only ever post swimming videos or unboxing videos these days. This really made me realize that I hardly ever share pieces of my life with my audience. Might need to change that. đŸ˜¶
    Thanks again for the video, and congrats on unlocking your dream life!! đŸ–€

  • @felynnsoleil
    @felynnsoleil Pƙed 2 lety +35

    I remember watching you when you were working your 9-5 and I was so happy and surprised that we worked at the same place. I was so thrilled to see someone understand what I was feeling. I finally left mine last week and I felt a huge weight of my shoulders. I am working on getting my story out there 😄

  • @prestonhenry6034
    @prestonhenry6034 Pƙed 2 lety +24

    literally watching this at work, nearly in tears. With just now getting serious about my channel (having clear direction and aspiring to grow and create an organic community) and wanting to do this while working as a Nurse to continue to help people, so that I can broaden my reach of fulfilling my goals to help/entertain, exercise my inner creativity that's been WAITING to come out, and eventually bring in additional stream(s) of income; this video's message is right on time and speaking to me. Thank you, Lynette

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem +1

      you will succeed if you stick to the task and do the little basics right. all the best. cheering you on.

  • @avneet2.0
    @avneet2.0 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    You exude so much positivity! I'm so inspired to just be myself unapologetically after watching this. All of us have unique journeys and experiences that we can share even if it seems pointless sometimes.

  • @danielacmoran
    @danielacmoran Pƙed 2 lety +7

    you are such a huge inspiration! i remember when you were still working a 9-5 talking about how excited you were to do this full time and you have been successful with it since! it motivates me a lot that i will be able to accomplish this too someday. im glad you point out its important to enjoy this journey and find passion in it bc once money is involved it can become "work" so im glad you point this out!

  • @alyshiaroberts
    @alyshiaroberts Pƙed 2 lety +48

    Needed to hear thisđŸ™ŒđŸŸI feel like I get into a creative block easily bc I start comparing myself to others. I’m definitely still learning about myself and embracing all aspects of the life I currently have. I’m going to keep going and strive to express my true authentic self through my content.

    • @MarilynRoseYT
      @MarilynRoseYT Pƙed 2 lety +1

      I definitely relate to the comparative creative block, so you're not alone

    • @Iamesme1
      @Iamesme1 Pƙed 2 lety +1

      I can relate too 💓I get in this creative block! Yes let’s create đŸȘž

  • @taylordemee
    @taylordemee Pƙed 2 lety +2

    i’m so glad you spoke about showing up here, or any social media platform really, as your WHOLE self
 not just the “niche” you. i resonate with what you say so much and i thank you for sharing ❀❀❀

  • @marygraceolu
    @marygraceolu Pƙed 2 lety +2

    Needed this!!! Ive been feeling so directionless in my content creating and you’ve literally helped me realign. I started in a niche and am finally niching out but it’s hard. I appreciate this video and your whole journey is just so beautiful. My favourite youtuber i swear💕💕💕💕💕

  • @YuennyLam
    @YuennyLam Pƙed rokem +8

    I love your advice, especially when you encourage everyone to start sharing without worrying about where they are at right now. Thanks for this video!

  • @thatbaldbrutha
    @thatbaldbrutha Pƙed rokem +4

    Thanks for this Queen. Much needed reminder of my "why". I have spent soooo much time looking at "metrics" trying to please ppl ignoring the calling to just be me and let the chips fall where they may. Keep up the great work!! #Subscribed👍

  • @BlancheTecson
    @BlancheTecson Pƙed 2 lety

    ughh, this made me feel so much better!! The last couple months have been disappointing for me. I was always trying to be positive and told myself to prioritize, do and be better at content creating. everything you said about being your authentic self and tackling your negative core beliefs hit home .. there is so much to work on, but theres so much opportunity for fun and growth there

  • @specialagent412
    @specialagent412 Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Thank you. I have heard this all before but something about your delivery just hit it for me today. I am beginning today. Just being me and documenting my routines, rituals, and living. I own a store and have tons of content opps. Im jumping in. Thank you Lynette.

  • @jessica.rodriguez
    @jessica.rodriguez Pƙed rokem +3

    I love what you said in the end about needing more people to just put themselves out there authentically, showing their imperfections as well. I completely agree! It's refreshing to watch others work their way through life's, as we are doing as well. Thank you for being you!

  • @dayshanicole9943
    @dayshanicole9943 Pƙed rokem +5

    I love this! Thank you. I've been overthinking starting a youtube for years. Something I'm realizing more and more is just being authentic and being yourself that's what's missing with this social media Era, it's like if your not mindful you can get caught up in making everything perfect and that's just not real.

  • @itsmarionfink
    @itsmarionfink Pƙed 2 lety +1

    I am just starting out on CZcams and this is the message I needed to hear! Being authentic and sharing the journey rather then trying to be perfect or conform to a niche. Thank you Lynette! 💛

  • @c.y.a1179
    @c.y.a1179 Pƙed 2 lety +2

    spoke a lot of truth into me. your words are like elixir and now i’m more juiced than ever! thank you

  • @paulinamreno
    @paulinamreno Pƙed 2 lety +5

    I can’t thank you enough for making this video. The timing of it is perfect! I’ve struggled for so long trying to find my “niche” and mimicking other content creators, but the more I do that, the more I realize that showing up as yourself is the key to finding the people who truly resonate with you and building a solid community. 💚

  • @VernieBean
    @VernieBean Pƙed 2 lety +8

    I resonate with this video so much and with where I am rn with content creating. I’m really trying overcome my insecurities and let go of the belief that “I’m not cut out for this”. I’ve seen so many creators grow from 0 and I get so in my head about how I’m not growing after years of trying and making CZcams videos. Showing up as your authentic self can feel so vulnerable, but I this video has really inspired me. ✹Your personal growth needs to be at the forefront of your mind✹ Thanks you so much for these tips Lynette 💖💖💖

  • @Daniellechmbrs
    @Daniellechmbrs Pƙed rokem +2

    It’s crazy because you can definitely tell you’re being more of yourself too! Like the fashion content was fun and cute but this is the best version of you I’ve got to witness. Loved this! Go you ♄

  • @TifaneeLin
    @TifaneeLin Pƙed rokem +2

    Thank you
 Thank You. You have no idea how grateful I am. We had lunch with new acquaintances today and one made suggestions that “you should do this, you should do that” instead of what I am doing right now because I will grow faster instead of just being stagnant. But I enjoy how I am doing things right now and I am being myself. I don’t want to be trapped in super technical / scripted way of doing things. So on our way home I was feeling so discouraged like I am not good enough for people to actually watch me and my journey so why am I even doing this. Then somehow I come home just now and the universe immediately just wanted to make me recover and move on fast and sent your video on my YT home page. Just tearing up a bit as a write this. Your message means a lot to me.

  • @MarisaRobinsonBeauty
    @MarisaRobinsonBeauty Pƙed 2 lety +5

    Yes đŸ™ŒđŸŒ people connect with people and by being your unapologetic self it will lead to more relatable content (rather than trying to be perfect)

  • @dajaasmr
    @dajaasmr Pƙed 2 lety +15

    I absolutely love your videos, you have no idea how much you’ve help me get through these past few weeks 💜

  • @itshanrose
    @itshanrose Pƙed rokem +1

    girl yes!! this entire video was amazing, so inspiring, so genuine, and i just love youuu! thanks for being you and giving everyone else permission to be themselves too ❀

  • @toya8888
    @toya8888 Pƙed rokem +2

    The best vid ever! I just started my CZcams channel and decided to just be myself and share my life, thoughts and everything that I love. Focusing on a specific niche was just too hard for me but showing up as myself is awesome! I get to share positive messages daily and it also helps me with my spiritual journey. Thanks for this amazing video on encouraging others to just be themselves. We need more people to do that these days!

  • @Thecourtneymarlene
    @Thecourtneymarlene Pƙed 2 lety +57

    Literally right on time! I’ve got my hands in a few things creatively (content creation included) that I put aside because of anxiety and some depressive periods I dealt with. I was and have been feeling somewhat stuck and honestly overwhelmed because I want to do soo much and be soo multidimensional. I’ve been trying to be more conscious of my personal growth through things like journaling whether it’s mentally, emotionally and creatively and it’s an interesting journey to be on that’s also very exciting - I know I can create and be whoever, whatever I want and even if those moments where I don’t feel at my absolute best, I’m making my way and I love that đŸ€

    • @MarilynRoseYT
      @MarilynRoseYT Pƙed 2 lety +6

      a lot of what you said resonated with me sis, especially going through this journey while dealing with anxiety and depression at the same time. Focusing on feeling rewarded from my finished projects vs from people's validation helped me with feeling more positive, but it's an ongoing challenge for sure. But I'm glad you're still motivated, and you're not alone đŸ€žđŸŸđŸ€žđŸŸ

    • @Thecourtneymarlene
      @Thecourtneymarlene Pƙed 2 lety +1

      @@MarilynRoseYT I meant to respond when I liked your comment but thank you for your sweet words! Wishing you the best on your life journey as well! â˜ș

    • @MarilynRoseYT
      @MarilynRoseYT Pƙed 2 lety +1

      @@Thecourtneymarlene thank you so much! and you're welcome of course

    • @tanishabaker2911
      @tanishabaker2911 Pƙed 2 lety +2

      So relatable

    • @Eniigee.
      @Eniigee. Pƙed 2 lety +1

      Absolutely relate to this sis almost everything ! I started journaling too!

  • @EmpressKeno
    @EmpressKeno Pƙed 2 lety +10

    Yes. This video is everything. I’ve been documenting my journal on my CZcams channel for the last year. It’s been one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. I’ve been healing myself through creating vlogs and I love being able to be so self reflective while creating. Becoming self aware and learning who I am 💜

  • @MarleneVega
    @MarleneVega Pƙed 2 lety +15

    Thank you for this 💖 I use to think I failed because I’m only a part time artist and I’m still not able to live off of my art/content full time. I would feel a bit jealous of others whenever I saw them quitting their full time jobs to pursue their passion and I was over here trying to juggle it all. But now I’ve been feeling thankful that I have a job that pays my bills and I don’t have to put so much pressure on myself and art to perform well each month 🙏

  • @ClaudiaJune
    @ClaudiaJune Pƙed rokem +2

    yes! a video everyone needs💐💓 i definitely am able to be consistent on here simply because im being myself and it’s a beautiful journey. no matter what you create, there is somebody who gonna watch your content so you might as well do the things you enjoy☀. Thank you for this video , %100 facts.

  • @beloveddavonna88
    @beloveddavonna88 Pƙed rokem +2

    I really appreciate you making this video. I have been struggling with starting and stopping my channel. Being very critical of myself has made it so hard to make progress. This is soooo good and you gained another subscriber! Many Blessings to you on your future endeavors!

  • @welllivedlife-desireeg2804
    @welllivedlife-desireeg2804 Pƙed 10 měsĂ­ci +4

    When I started being my authentic self, sharing my journey and truly wanting to encourage my audience, is when I started seeing growth on my channel. I agree with you. Just be yourself and build a community. This video was very encouraging and a blessing. New subscriber.

  • @safaritomyself
    @safaritomyself Pƙed 2 lety +5

    I am just about to begin the journey of showing up as myself, 've been meaning to for a while, but as you said the core/ limiting beliefs have been holding me back, now I'm realizing I've had this dream for almost 5 years, the limiting beliefs are still there and no one is coming to save me. Thank you so much, I've heard exactly what I needed to hear in this video. "The world needs more people who show up authentically as themselves not the perfectly polished version of people, so we can learn and grow together".

  • @OriArchives
    @OriArchives Pƙed rokem +1

    Thank you for being so transparent and real. I am starting my channel this month and have been going back and forth with self-doubt and imposter syndrome and this motivated me today to be intentional about not boxing myself in when thinking about what the channel will be about and how it will grow. Im also about to start my journaling practice TODAY!! thank you!!

  • @creatoralma
    @creatoralma Pƙed 2 lety

    Just landed here today for the first time and your words landed on my heart. I've been meditating for 20 years and I feel it's transformed me to the place where I can express myself authentically more than ever. Your video, however, inspires me to really embrace myself, flaws and all on my CZcams channel. I've been at it a year and it isn't easy to show up every week but I think leaning into being me more will help with that. Thank you so much!

  • @lifewithkeerose
    @lifewithkeerose Pƙed 2 lety +9

    Really needed this, all of this is so true! I've been wanting to do more talking videos instead of me just showing what I'm doing. I love talking about what's on my heart and although I've done a few talking videos on tik tok, sometimes I get in my head about what I look like and it affects my creativity. I'm currently moving through this and I appreciate the timely reminder!

  • @XOLisaBabey
    @XOLisaBabey Pƙed rokem +8

    I am so happy I found this video. I’ve always said I wanted to get paid for just being me and living my life. I feel like CZcams and TikTok has made that a reality for most people. I’m currently working 9-5 and this morning I told myself that I just want to share everything I like including cooking, mindset shifts, books I’m reading, daily thoughts that keep me going. I appreciate you saying I don’t need a niche I’m feeling confident in just making content of me living.

  • @sweetpeahunnybee
    @sweetpeahunnybee Pƙed 2 lety +1

    This is so inspiring! I really needed to see this video because I’ve been avoiding making my yoga/wellness channel because I didn’t think I was “healthy enough” or “good enough” at yoga to teach it, but now I realize I’m being too hard on myself! I should just start it and see where it goes and become healthier and better at yoga along the way! Thanks Lynette 💖

  • @alanyauniverse
    @alanyauniverse Pƙed rokem

    Girl... thank you. I needed this video. I've been feeling this deeply and I needed this direction. Thanks for being here.

  • @kenishathrasher7516
    @kenishathrasher7516 Pƙed 2 lety +6

    Love this ❀ I feel like lately i been holding myself back with fear of failure, but I have to remind myself failure is a MAJOR key 🔑 to the process. We think we gain nothing when we fail, but that's a lie. We gain the lessons of what works and what doesn't and that more valuable than anything đŸ’ŻđŸ™đŸœ

  • @TimothyWard
    @TimothyWard Pƙed 2 lety +4

    Lynette Adkins is my guru.

  • @oliveeloo
    @oliveeloo Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Oh my God!! I just started my channel and this video popped up. Thank you so much this. I absolutely resonate with everything you’ve said and I’m definitely going to focus on being authentic and free through out my journey here so help me God.

  • @teneekamirriah
    @teneekamirriah Pƙed rokem +2

    Thank you! I needed this message today! ❀❀ I just went back and watched the first video that I uploaded 3 years ago. I took a chance, but fear got in the way, and now it's 3 years later. 2023 will be the year to try again! đŸ™đŸŸđŸ™đŸŸ

  • @authenticallytrish
    @authenticallytrish Pƙed rokem +5

    This is solid, actionable advice! I definitely feel when you say to start where you are now. Looking back, I realize I had so many interesting opportunities to start but always thought I needed to be somewhere else in life. Not the case. Just start!

  • @christajanelle
    @christajanelle Pƙed rokem +8

    “Realizing that again you get to be yourself and show up as you are and that you will be taken care of”
    This is a confirmation! I’m still working through this and unlearning the bad habits taught to me about money. I’m realizing it all starts with SELF WORTH.
    Thank you! See now I’m a subscriber because I resonate with this post. Thank you so much!
    “You have room to fail at this and then get back up” 😭
    OMG!! Preach!!! Thank you!!!

  • @maremarechiqk
    @maremarechiqk Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Yep, this is the video I needed as I navigate reinventing my CZcams channel to reflect who I actually am. Thank you! 💖

  • @aaliyahdib
    @aaliyahdib Pƙed rokem +1

    Thank you so much for this! This is exactly what I'm going through right now and I am definitely just going to be myself and continue to grow and evolve. So thank you!

  • @lolastanway
    @lolastanway Pƙed 2 lety +21

    You are literally the best person ever! Your vulnerability and advice really make it easy to feel at ease whilst watching you, your aura radiates a safe and beautiful energy that I can say for sure I really love! Thank you for being an everlasting light in peoples journeys 🩋🩋

  • @TaneishaSharee
    @TaneishaSharee Pƙed rokem +4

    Yes! Authenticity in this digital world is sooo important ❀ I want to share more of Me online and it’s scary to be vulnerable with the World Wide Web

  • @kimstheory
    @kimstheory Pƙed 2 lety +1

    I truly believe that timing is everything. Its crazy how i decided to join content creation & gaining an internet presence within the last week. Then you release this video ! I truly believe I can do this with patience and raw creativity .

  • @laibamaqsood9613
    @laibamaqsood9613 Pƙed rokem +1

    I can't believe I was in deep need to hear this message.... I'm wanting to start a blog and researching topics with low competition and it is so overwhelming..... I feel like it is telling me not to write about topics which I love to write about...... But after hearing you I feel like a big block is removed from my mind and heart... Thank you girl, its my first time on your channel I think I manifested your video, literally it came from no where

  • @nicolemjohnson
    @nicolemjohnson Pƙed rokem +4

    You’re the first influencer that I’ve heard the advice about not being so concerned about the niche and I love that. For so long I’ve been struggling with figuring out how to be more niche on my content but it never felt good because it was only pieces of me and I want to share ALL of me. Thank you for this!

    • @Sophialorenabenjamin
      @Sophialorenabenjamin Pƙed rokem

      loved that "want to share all of me" that's the way to go, be free, express yourself, as long as you're authentic, nothing else matters.

  • @kimariaunique
    @kimariaunique Pƙed 2 lety +3

    I’m so glad you said this! I have a decent amount of followers as I’m still growing but i literally tell them everything. Like I’ll cry on live 😂 and at first I thought I was doing too much but so many people love how perisonalble and vulnerable I am because the influencer world has become very one lifed -luxury- but there are so many other ways to live and people are just trying to see how to navigate it and get exposed to that by finding someone they relate to so I switched from “Black Girl Luxury” to just being myself “Black girl working who just graduated, working 2 jobs, becoming an influencer, who might go to Grad school, on the journey to having her own business and buying her time back so she can be more active in her community and help people”. There are people can relate to that and there are people who can relate to you just being you! Everyone doesn’t want to live a high luxury life or buy name brand, everyone doesn’t want to work a 9-5, everyone doesn’t want to be a CZcamsr. Maybe you have a small business and instead of having an online store and scaling it they just want a store front or maybe they want to work multiple different jobs because they like the experience. Either way if you choose to share your life be YOU , you’re the only person who can do that đŸ€âœš

  • @jjthejukebox
    @jjthejukebox Pƙed rokem

    needed this! thank you for showing up and sharing value!!! appreciate your presence on here.

  • @nenesview
    @nenesview Pƙed 2 lety

    I love this because I’ve been wondering my personal journey for the longest. I know what I love to do as far as giving advice, and just talking and bringing positivity. I’ve been told to try CZcams but I just didn’t know where to start. I’m definitely going to dig deeper and be determined to start once I plan it out.

  • @cartboy39
    @cartboy39 Pƙed rokem +6

    I’m starting my content creation journey full time today and this was soooooo motivating. Thank you!

    • @ella5734
      @ella5734 Pƙed rokem +1

      Congrats 🎉

    • @andreajacobs
      @andreajacobs Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci +1

      keep going you can do this!❀

  • @lunah8874
    @lunah8874 Pƙed rokem +4

    I’ll admit I’m someone who can be afraid to be themselves because I know I’m different and passionate yet This is really inspiring for me . I’m tired so i was only able to watch half but I needed to see this because at the same time I have a lot to offer and everyone deserves to have their voice heard

    • @Soneelicious
      @Soneelicious Pƙed 8 měsĂ­ci

      I relate to this so much but I’m focused on changing that now

  • @Nifaratheicon
    @Nifaratheicon Pƙed 2 lety

    Wow thank you! I’ve been really struggling with this. It’s not that I don’t feel confident with who I am, it’s that I always make the mistake of thinking being more like other creators to be my key to success. I’m working on that

  • @thetravelingaquarian
    @thetravelingaquarian Pƙed rokem +1

    Thank you for saying this! Be yourself! I was struggling with what persona I should display online and said, I want to be authentic and not be someone I'm not.

  • @Emily.Ledesma
    @Emily.Ledesma Pƙed 2 lety +11

    wow amazing I was feeling stuck with editing, this video came at the perfect moment. Love you and your videos! ✹🌾💕

  • @bubbleteajuseyo
    @bubbleteajuseyo Pƙed 2 lety +3

    thank you so much for this video ㅠㅠ really needed this video as i try to get back into content creation

  • @maily2195
    @maily2195 Pƙed rokem

    i found your channel from this video while i was researching content creation the other day, because i'm trying to get into it as a fun way to promote my true self and music. over the last few days, i've been binging sooo many of your vids. i just wanna say that i enjoy your personality and content so much. i love your strength and just passion for creating a life that you love, as i'm also trying to implement more of those things into my current reality. i'm also very spiritual and struggle with depression, so "spending time" with you/your energy via your videos has been so nice. and i really resonate with your messages! it reminds me that i'm not alone in what i'm going through, because i feel like i'm undergoing a very similar life path to yours right now. i've learned a lot since finding your channel, and i just want to thank you for taking the time out of your day to film these videos and for sharing your experiences. it's been really helpful. much luv & appreciation! :)

  • @hermitstudio.
    @hermitstudio. Pƙed rokem +2

    I needed to hear all of this, thank you so much for articulating all these feelings 💕 I just posted my first video and not being able to pick a niche has held me back for years. Feels so good to rip off the band aid, you are such an inspiration

  • @FixItOnTheWay
    @FixItOnTheWay Pƙed 2 lety +6

    This video is great because it's about the foundation of creativity, human consciousness, and how we exist. Which is the unlock for success on CZcams, and life in general. The problem is the execution. Lynette's ideas are very profound, and very simple. These ideas require simple and direct action, so we don't overthink too much. But it's really hard for people to take action. We can read self-help books forever, but we can't find the energy to get out of bed. If life is too simple we get stuck. If life is too complicated we get stuck. I don't know why life has to be so sticky, but for some reason it does.

  • @juliannasisco668
    @juliannasisco668 Pƙed 2 lety

    This was such an amazing video Lynette, I literally immediately replayed it and watched a second time through. It spoke to me so. Much these are such important questions to be asking ourselves. I’ve watched you grow so much the last year and a half since I found your channel and it’s amazing to see it happen before my eyes. You are my favorite content creator and inspire me so much. I watch you because I relate to you so much and have helped me grow and love myself, I love watching you grow and do the things you love. Always rooting for you! ❀❀

  • @collapsingnewpunkie
    @collapsingnewpunkie Pƙed 2 lety +1

    This is my favourite video on content creation I've seen so far !! Especially how you freed me from needing to "niche down" because that was really confusing me as I'm a very eclectic person. As someone else said "I AM the niche!"

  • @MayasMission
    @MayasMission Pƙed 2 lety +10

    Thank you so much for this video. I literally have the word “Mission” in my channel name because I was guided to create my channel to inspire others. That is my goal above all and I will continue to trust the process so I can reach more people and fulfill my purpose ❀

    • @mindfulofmaya
      @mindfulofmaya Pƙed 2 lety

      Subscribed because I love this comment.. and that we have the same name lol đŸ„°

    • @MayasMission
      @MayasMission Pƙed 2 lety

      @@mindfulofmaya awww thanks Maya! I appreciate the support đŸ„șđŸ„ș💛

  • @Prettybaby52
    @Prettybaby52 Pƙed 2 lety +3

    I love the message in this video and it’s exactly what I needed to hear rn. The only thing is I guess for me, i get kind of stuck in being authentic because sometimes my life isn’t that glamorous 😭 There are days where I don’t go out and I look a mess and sometimes I feel like ppl don’t want to see that

    • @quabrewton
      @quabrewton Pƙed 2 lety

      Me too! Especially those days when I don’t want to get out of bed but from what I’m hearing batching content will save us on those days

    • @oliviad4259
      @oliviad4259 Pƙed 2 lety

      i struggle with that too but in the beginning she said one of the first steps is to figure out what you need to do to better yourself and then take steps to start doing those things. and then record yourself doing these things. i feel like it doesn’t have to be glamorous, just authentic

  • @NoelaniBlanco
    @NoelaniBlanco Pƙed rokem +2

    Wow, I feel like I was meant to see this video. It came to me at a perfect time. I recently decided that I want to share my journey of becoming my best self here on CZcams. I’ve been struggling feeling like I don’t know if anyone would be interested, but your video just gave me such hope and I feel so inspired. So, thank you so much for this video! đŸ„°đŸ’–

  • @ElahnDaneeCodes
    @ElahnDaneeCodes Pƙed 2 lety +1

    Thank you for always being transparent. I’ve been watching your channel since January. I honestly feel like I was supposed to find your channel. What first stood out to me was that we were in Puerto Rico at the same time! 😄 I’m on a similar journey. I just turned in my letter of resignation after 5 years, and my last day will be June 30th, the same day you posted your “I Quit” video. Your videos are so inspiring and have been keeping me going. I’m so happy to say that I am living my dream life here and now. Thank you for being you 💕💕💕

  • @raylubin
    @raylubin Pƙed 2 lety +9

    Focusing on/thinking of a "niche" has felt more like a chore than anything else. I want to document my journey, show different parts and aspects of my life (even ones that are new to me), and just as you said, show up as myself

  • @akaHobbs
    @akaHobbs Pƙed 2 lety +10

    It’s crazy how hard it is to be vulnerable and be ourselves. Especially when you know how much your life could change if you just let go and embraced it. I’m working on it though. Thanks for the inspiration!

  • @joycalories
    @joycalories Pƙed 2 lety

    This was an amazing post, Lynette! I can't believe you ever questioned whether you would draw an audience...your content is amazing! But questioning ourselves is a very common human frailty...I'm glad you pushed beyond that limited belief! 💜

  • @essentialwellness5749
    @essentialwellness5749 Pƙed rokem

    I'm so thankful I found your channel! You sound like my higher self. I'm listening. Excited to be on this journey!

  • @quishaiesha
    @quishaiesha Pƙed 2 lety +5

    the older you get the harder it seems to try to be something that you are not or try and follow by something you are not okay with. I believe it's because we become more self aware with age. So anything we want to do in our lives we just want to do it in the way we chose to and not how we are told or think we are supposed to do things.

  • @pmarks177
    @pmarks177 Pƙed rokem +64

    Let's take a moment to appreciate how much time and effort he puts into his content for us. Love the videos!

  • @LivingIrving
    @LivingIrving Pƙed 2 lety +1

    This was so so so inspiring and thank you for this message. I’m a content creator myself and I’ve felt stuck for two years and didn’t know how to get back. This video has inspired me beyond belief! HANDS DOWN MY FAVORITE VIDEO ON CZcams ❀❀❀ I so look forward to binging out on your channel and I will watch this video every single day! Thank you 🙏

  • @SGDietzMusic
    @SGDietzMusic Pƙed 4 měsĂ­ci +1

    Thank you for putting this video out. You've literally cemented into stone in my mind the direction I am going to go - exactly where you have gone and are going now🙏

  • @bookofgloryx
    @bookofgloryx Pƙed 2 lety +9

    I've got one question - how did you decide on whether to share your full name or not? Cause you could have totally used a nickname or some brand name but you decided to be fully transparent. I guess I wonder how do you make sure you're safe sharing everything?

  • @realshantia
    @realshantia Pƙed 2 lety +4

    Thanks for the advice on staying away from a niche. That would bore me FR anyways 🙂

  • @kristenraika1401
    @kristenraika1401 Pƙed rokem +2

    You're my spirit animal, I've been having difficulties at loving myself and accepting myself, I'm a content creator myself too I stream video games and it's been really hard because my metrics have gone down, but your video has helped me out so much, it's opened my eyes.
    Shout out from 🇩đŸ‡ș australia , thanks for the inspiration ❀

  • @QuintyBodine
    @QuintyBodine Pƙed 2 lety

    Been making videos for a while now but only since a few weeks I started seeing this as a spiritual journey, exploring my creativity and negative core beliefs. Thanks for ur inspiration and authenticity! It’s beyond inspiring đŸ’«

  • @catparksworld1329
    @catparksworld1329 Pƙed rokem +1

    This is the best video I’ve ever seen on this topic, especially coming from a perfectionist like myself. Authenticity always win. Thank you so much for this! 💛

  • @ChelyAmour
    @ChelyAmour Pƙed rokem

    Amazing. I didn’t know I needed this. Thank you for sharing the invisible work, not just tactics to succeed. Those are so tired!