How To Overcome Failure And Become The Best Version Of Yourself (Personal Story)
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From struggling with academic pressures to facing personal challenges, this story is a testament to resilience, determination, and the power of change. Join me as I navigate through my darkest moments to find clarity, purpose, and ultimately, success. Whether you're facing obstacles in your own life or seeking inspiration to push forward, this story is for you.
In this episode:
0:00 - Intro
1:00 - College Rejections & Promises to Change
2:30 - The Lowest Point
3:15 - Choosing a New Path
7:00 - The Road to Reinvention
8:00 - Determination Unleashed
9:00 - Role of Support and Mentorship in Growth
10:00 - Call to Action in Our Individual Lives
12:00 - Outro
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I'm self taught, grew up poor, and I'm 50. no big success story ; started with a computer from the trash and determination. 8 years in, still full of doubt and questions but I keep pushing because I love doing this. I lost my job recently, so I want to pour all my energy into my design service. I want to take care of my wife and kids doing so. I live in a poor community but I know I can branch out nationwide. I'm in groups and meet new people but it's not working. I'm in designer limbo right now. Your videos inspire me to keep pushing and I really appreciate you Chris.
You’re a whole beast my friend, best of luck to you and with drive and determination I can find confidence in you, though a stranger, that you can make it
@@KaizenNox that means a lot, thank you. I'll be the first in my family to break the wall down. My parents passed away to not see it but it WILL happen.
I think you gotta start with taking away the idea of being “self taught” no body is self tough at everything. We all learn from others. Watching this video counts as learning from others.
@@bernalbranding you know you are right. I never thought of it as that way
I checked out your channel. You're doing great. Keep learning, exploring, and creating. You're on the right path.
This is the first time, Chris didn't face the camera for a few minutes. I can feel that is was so hard to share, no so painful. Hope I didn't see you this sad just from telling the story. However you're a wonderful and amazing person. Thank you for this amazing lesson.
Last year, I resigned from my 7-year job as a secretary and started working on my dream business and transitioning my career into arts. It was the toughest decision I made because my coworkers and the company were good but I think in my heart and soul that I was called to do something else. I know that since then before the pandemic happened, I already heard that tiny little voice, but I disregarded it until my anxiety grew and it manifested in my health. Over the past 2 years, I have been going in and out of the hospital and I have been crying every time I come to work. One day, I said to myself, that this needs to be stopped, I need to stand up for myself and go out of my comfort zone and chase after my dreams. Back to the present, I still don't know the new path that I am creating but it seems I felt the happiest and proud of myself. I am now doing what I love and creating new things for myself. I am 30 years old and I still have a lot of things to discover. I am still afraid of the unknown but it excites me at the same time. I am so lucky that I found your channel, your videos always bring valuable lessons into my life. Thank you again! Always binge-watching here.
This is when you caught my real attention. I get it!! I'm 57, divorced after 23 years of marriage.
I believe I can recreate myself and I'm working in that direction. I have a brand and plan and I have time, So I'm working at it. Remember I'm old to all this technology,, but I'm teaching myself through CZcams. 😊😊
My brand is to help other women achieve anything they want. One of my best moves was getting my motorcycle license at 53.
Last year I rode the southwest Canyons 1500 miles on a harley, my hair blowing in this warm sun as I drove down route 66, and thought this is amazing and I'm doing it!
I have a job to do and my vision is clear. That's where I am. Thank you for your story. ❤
I feel like I stumbled into a prestigious campus and wandered into a classroom. So much incredible free content!
wait till you try pro or accelerator bruv... mm mmm
it's even better
Having finished the video: here's my answer to your question.
I was right out of college (summer 2020) and living in isolation with roommates as everything was shut down. I was working on making spec film commercials to try and kickstart some freelance work, I had called Starbucks to try and apply for part-time work but they were on a hiring freeze - basically I was treading water and was deciding whether to move back home or stick it out.
At the end of summer I was offered a job teaching high school photography. I'd studied filmmaking, but never photography, and felt a little (or a lot) like an impostor. The mentor who got me through it was a friend who was also teaching at the school - he told me to go for it, that I certainly knew enough to teach high school, and that I would figure it out as I went.
Long story short I took the job, two weeks later was teaching, and four years later it's one of the best choices I've made. The first semester was full of very late nights at coffee shops teaching myself Photoshop. (Chris, this is what you called "beast mode" I think :)). But then it got easier. (And we definitely watched some The Futur videos in class.)
The lesson I learned is: It's good to push yourself a little bit ahead of where you're comfortable. I remembered a video where you said "an expert is someone who knows a little more than you do." And so I made sure to know at least a little more about photography than my students, and that let me help them.
THANKS for sharing Chris!
P.S. One of my students that first year ended up being my wedding photographer. (She priced the event based on our class discussions on your take on value-based pricing.) :)
"Nobody owes you anything ".
Difficult to digest but super helpful to apply in our lives, I believe.
I love the spark of memories flowing through your eyes. Thanks for sharing your story with us, Chris!
People get real mad when you tell them the truth
"your actions have consequences, you are responsible for your happiness, anything good or bad that comes from your decision you deserve it"
Thank you for your story. It inspires me to keep pressing forward during this sea of change.
You are so welcome
I am 23 , who worked to BPO and Started to learn graphic designing.
my call to action is your video and I will assure you that I will become one of the finest designer or The best designer if God helps.
Thanks for this.
Glory to Hanuman
Glory to RAM
i love this dude. im not familiar with you too much but i have watched your content before. in the short time that ive known of you, youve always had immense value communicated through your content. i also remember really liking your style. keep pushing my man. im proud of that 18 year old that got his act together.
Thank you. Welcome to the Futur
The role of support and mentorship highlighted in this video is crucial. A little-known tactic in building resilience is creating a 'failure resume' to reflect on setbacks and learn from them actively. It's a powerful tool to turn losses into strategic growth.
failure résumé... hmmmmm
"I like this one" - Thor voice
Thank you for this.
Sometimes we assume successful people have had lives of continual upward momentum.
At times it's our failures that give us the largest growth.
My mom was always satisfied with the regular jobs while each time when i wanted to pursue career as a gamer or competitive sports (yea i know this sounds completely opposite of each other), she was always why don't you do something "normal"... now when I am older, and when i did what I wanted and when she sees me successful and happy, she is happy that I sticked to my path :)
Super dope. which one did you choose
Wow! Powerful story Chris, thank you for sharing. I had a call to action next to a railway line in 2016 just before my second daughter arrived. It prompted me to sell my agency and start coaching, and inspired a lot by our mutual friend Daniel Priestley. In the moment it felt awful having to make a decision, but with hindsight it was one of the biggest and best decisions I ever made.
7:35 "I wanted to prove my mom wrong".
I dunno if she did that on purpose, but from your story, she's the one who made you start being responsible and able to act. If she would make you feel better then, you'd have a longer journey (if at all) to your success.
This video was posted 10 minutes AGO! Already watched it twice!
So good!
i've been raised in community where they used to compare me with others in term of grades , physical appearance and so on. i grew up with low sight of my self such us low self-esteem, social anxiety until the day came when i started to look at my self with different vision. At that time i foud out that i have every thing just need to work on me and initiat to prioticize me over the others . From then on , i become another person by all means such as express my thought, boost my skills and the key takeway is enhance my communication skills.
I’m glad you found yourself
So Bro takes us on this journey just to make this video which somes up the the results yielded by all his helpful videos!
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Thank you for this. It's soo good!!!!!!
Glad you like it!
ty for sharing
These personal stories are great and have many benefits. One of those benefits is relatability on the sometimes enigma that can be "Chris Do". Many people kick against your guidance and advice because you're further up the mountain than they are where the view of everything is just fundamentally different. Showing people "Hey, I'm not just riding the wave of success and therefore I get to say these things" VS "Hey, here is my journey - character flaws, childish internal dialogue, family pressure and expectation of opportunities granted, and ultimately a rejection from institutions and a mom's confidence in her son's dream". It shows that a shift in mindset had to take place to get to your part of the mountain versus shouting down from the top "Here do this and it will produce this result". Love the story Chris. It doesn't change how I view you, it only reinforces the credibility that you already occupy in my heart and mind.
I have difficulty learning stuff slacker mostly and I was never like this this in my younger years, I worked hard . I need to live outside my head.
I will get through this terrible time in my life,
Thank you, Chris. This was timely inspiration.
Love from Saigon man.
Thanks for the hard work.
This channel, especially Chris, you have really grown mahn. Started watching in 2016 or 2017 when I thought I would be a graphic designer. Have learnt a lot from you. Be blessed. Hope Josee or is it Hosee, is okay tho. Lol!
We are both good. Thank you.
Thank you for sharing with me this very interesting video and for showing your path to reach where you are now.
Thank you very much Chris👍😊
Thank you for being so open and honest, I already knew that you had depth to your personality and that you are making a difference in what you do, and this adds to your credibility and strength.
Cried through this whole video! I’m such a failure, and I have no idea where to begin!
Thank you Chris.
Thanks for the honesty.
Thank you for sharing Chris! This is so powerful!
Chris I cant thank you enough, I am way behind the curve. I'm too old to start over. But I have to! I feel like uma in kill bill when she was in the hospital trying to just move her toe! Sometimes I feel overwhelmed looking at what all I have to do. But I have to do it, or die trying. I have to change for my kids! Your words help immensely! Someday I will be in a position to pay it forward and all of the credit will go to you. I truly am grateful for you.
I really appreciate your vulnerability, Chris 🙌❤️🙏
Needed to hear this today.
I love when you share personal stories. Thank you Chris
Glad you like them!
Just what i needed
this video was helpful for me to figure out my mistakes and i am taking action RIGHT NOW!
Thanks for sharing , always motivational to listen to you!
Thanks for the great story really resonates and also embracing at the same time
This is how i want to express my thoughts through storytelling, this is how u want to articulate my life lessons which might be helpful for others and inspire them. Day by day learning art of delivering thoughts from you Chris, thank you so much for everything❤
You are an excellent storyteller. Thank you for sharing :)
I am grateful for your content, Chris.
Thank you so much for sharing your story.
I love this
Spite can be a motivator. 😂 I went back to college in 2008. I was given negative labels and I wanted to prove them all wrong.
Loving the slide deck style
Nice attitude and so smart and helpful
❤🙏🏼my mentor was fortunately or unfortunately my own self ( lots of failures )😢 What I learned:…… hmmmm great question to think deeply 🤔 ( bc there are too many things to articulate in here…) ok, I learned that it’s important to try with great compassion bc everyone has her/his stories even when she/he appears to be successful and happy ❤. Thank you, Chris, as always for showing your vulnerability ❤🙏🏼
Can understand that experience ❤
rejection after rejection. until now I feel the same overcoming rejection will eventually make you numb and getting better at life, career, etc. Rejection is always a win in disguise. Winners are just better at handling rejection. Trying one more time intelligently.
Thank you for sharing your story and transparency. I am a mom with three sons your age so it is very helpful and good for you! I listen to your videos as a mom in business.
Your story reminds me a lot of My Hero Academia and its main character. Definitely give that a watch (especially since you're a comic fan.)
I have been watching the futur from the past 😊
Excellent points Chris. As an instructor of graphic students I feel that they dont understand that failure is part of the process and learning from failure produces growth and results. Excellent video keep these great videos coming.
I was in college when Arsenio was on and going through my own series of failures. And I laugh thinking that many people watching this video are going, “You had to pay for phone calls?” Yes! By the minute!
5:54 I feel the same now, 6:05 thanks for creating such video
Here for the 5th comment!! Everything Chris create is golden
7:01 😅 this shows how you relate with a lot of us guys, thanks
oh my goodness ... is that young Chris, or an edit?
wow
this is a monumental lore bomb for me
Saitama sense!♥
I'm failing quite a bit at the moment haven't attended college yet and I'm turning 21 this year after havingn't learnt a single skill
Don’t give up man, I dropped out of college at 19 after only taking a few classes, I didn’t go back to school until my early 30s. Now I’m 42, I have my bachelors and masters degrees, and have create and a habit of learning. We all develop/ grow at different speeds but if you keep trying, you will get where you need to be in life. Maybe not when you wanted to, but you will get there. It gets better.
PERSEVERE BROTHER! GOD MADE YOU TO DO AMAZING THINGS! ❤
there isn't a single path to life.
it's great that you recognise problems and you have ambitions.
What do You define as success or failure?
nice change up
My gpa was just 2.75 😅 u guys are truly genius
I would like to see that portfolio haha😆
Some of my stories can never be told 😂
But I think everything you said isn't just for young people. It could be helpful for someone's 2nd act.
Young Chris looked hella fresh though.
Will be another Europe Tour this year? In Bucharest? 🙏🙏🙏I missed it in 2023..I found The Futur in late 2023...so..😢😢
No plans.
Hi! I know that this might be petty for some. but I wonder, what should you do if you "feel" people don't like you, how would you promote your small business, despite of that feeling?
I'm not certain, but I think more questuons can lead you to understanding yourself more, and closer to some answers.
Such questions can be,
1. Who do I feel doesn't like me?
2. Where am I usually, when I feel disliked?
3. What am I doing or trying to do when I feel disliked?
4. When did this begin? / oldest memory of this feeling
5. What does it mean to me, to be liked or disliked?
6. Why do I feel disliked? - what evidence is there to make me believe this?
7. Who do I want to like me?
8. Who does like me and why?
and one of the biggest imo,
9. Why do I want to be liked? - what do I believe it will do for me?
.. I think emotions are information, and to decode that information, one might have to run a few tests, by asking questions.
What do you this of you this?
Is it something you're willing to try?
6:59 😅😅😅😅😂😂
Do people still say First! 😊 cheers
BIG MO money
“pity porn” lmao insanely accurate
I wonder how far I could have gone with supportive parents. Maybe in my next life.
We need to use the life we are given, to our fullest capability. Unfortunately parents won’t always be supportive, but it is up to us to pave our own path.
Keep your head up! Let’s get through this life and do the best we can 🤙🏼
@@thegreatlifeofjake I have thought about this condescending comment a lot over the past 10 days.
What to say to make you understand that your fluff words mean nothing in the real world; or how dismissive your words are of the point I made; how your comment was meant to make you feel better, like you did something positive, not to comfort me.
But none of that matters. You'll never understand. In fact, it's clear that you don't even have any friends that would understand, or you'd be more empathetic and humble.
Of course life is about making the best of it. It doesn't mean that those of us born with enemies instead of parents can't wonder what it would be like to have a mommy that loved us instead of being a junkie; to have family that supported growth rather than tear us down and make fun of us for wanting to be better.
Can you imagine?! Imagine working your tail off to overcome years of poverty and addiction, just be shunned as a "snob."
You can't fathom it.
It's not, oh, I wish my parents could have paid for college for me, too.
It's, I wonder how much further I'd be in life if I could have slept at night rather than watch my mom get beat up. If I didn't have night terrors and migraine headaches from CPTSD starting at age 5.
My 7th grade history teacher used to give me hell for missing school. When my family showed up on the news for being removed from my father's house, back in 96, before social media and internet, that teacher apologized with tears in his eyes the next time I saw him.
So... How about you stick to surfing videos- and leave the condescending commentary to the professionals.
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of course you had locs.