Youtube is dumb.

CristinaDoesStuff

CristinaDoesStuff

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So lately I've been struggling with feeling discourage because of hate.

Not hate on my channel, but hate in real life. Like, people around me and people close to me have been consistently telling me that it's weird or dumb to make youtube videos, especially daily vlogs.

I have my camera out all the time, filming a lot of my day, and my friends and some of my family like to mock me, ask what the point even is, and tell me that I look stupid or crazy. Especially if we're out in public.

It's definitely hard enough to get up the courage to make videos but it's even harder when I'm constantly getting told that it's dumb! I've tried to explain that I just really like the idea of recording my life for a period of time, and it'll definitely be something that I'll enjoy when I can look back on it and see all the memories.
I don't force anyone to be on camera but myself, and while I do have some supportive friends, it's those negative comments that seem to stick. I don't monetize my content and so I guess it's hard for some people to understand just doing something for fun (?)

Anyways, do any of you guys have to deal with people in your life being so negative and not really "getting" youtube? How do you deal with it?
 
I'm sorry to hear about that. I used to have some friends that thought me making videos back then was pretty stupid and pointless. We can always say to just ignore it, but that's really much easier said than done. Like you said, the negative comments stick, and are always there in the back of your mind. It's really hard to just ignore those negative comments.

But in the end, it's all about you, and whether you really are having fun and enjoy it or not. It's like when people say wrestling is stupid and dumb or whatever. Sure, that always eats away at me in the back of mind, but I love wrestling so much, I push through all the hate, and I defend it because I love it. If you really enjoy making videos, you'll be able to push through it, and defend it, because you love it.

Just keep in your mind that you're gonna do this no matter what, because you want to be able to see those memories like you said, later on. That's what this is all about, and if people think it's dumb or weird than that's on them.
 
That's sad :(
I know a lot of people who does not get why I make videos on YouTube, but no one is mocking me or anything (friendly jesting, tops!)

However, it is not uncommon for people to turn their pitchforks toward what they do not understand - I know it can be a fight, but try to ignore them or take them less seriously; you are doing something because you think it is fun. Maybe try asking them to join you in the videos some time, doing something fun?
 
CristinaDoesStuff said:
So lately I've been struggling with feeling discourage because of hate.

Not hate on my channel, but hate in real life. Like, people around me and people close to me have been consistently telling me that it's weird or dumb to make youtube videos, especially daily vlogs.

I have my camera out all the time, filming a lot of my day, and my friends and some of my family like to mock me, ask what the point even is, and tell me that I look stupid or crazy. Especially if we're out in public...
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Have you told them it's the same printable as keeping a diary or a journal just the next generation of them, just remember you are the one when can look back to your past and remember those good old days and be able to share with your kids one day (should you have some) how life was like when mommy was younger. this vlog is for you and if they don't like it that doesn't matter. if its what you what to do then then it has meaning and purpose and that should be all you need.
 
That really sucks! I started doing vlogs as well, and it is uncomfortable enough already when you take your camera out in public... But like the guys in the comments above said, just enjoy what you are doing, and don't let them bring you down, it's not worth it. If people don't get it, they just don't get it! Enjoy what you do!!
 
People are scared of things they don't understand. They are mocking you to make them feel better. I bet in 5 years time, when you can look back on this period in your life, that they wish they did the same thing.

My wife doesn't "get" why I do YouTube, but I enjoy it and it seems some others do too. Don't spend your life worrying what other people think. If something makes you happy, and it's not hurting anyone else, go for it!
 
CristinaDoesStuff said:
So lately I've been struggling with feeling discourage because of hate.

Not hate on my channel, but hate in real life. Like, people around me and people close to me have been consistently telling me that it's weird or dumb to make youtube videos, especially daily vlogs.

I have my camera out all the time, filming a lot of my day, and my friends and some of my family like to mock me, ask what the point even is, and tell me that I look stupid or crazy. Especially if we're out in public.

It's definitely hard enough to get up the courage to make videos but it's even harder when I'm constantly getting told that it's dumb! I've tried to explain that I just really like the idea of recording my life for a period of time, and it'll definitely be something that I'll enjoy when I can look back on it and see all the memories.
I don't force anyone to be on camera but myself, and while I do have some supportive friends, it's those negative comments that seem to stick. I don't monetize my content and so I guess it's hard for some people to understand just doing something for fun (?)

Anyways, do any of you guys have to deal with people in your life being so negative and not really "getting" youtube? How do you deal with it?
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How else can you become stronger if nobody is tearing you apart.

Sometimes I'm able to say things that are deep.
 
Thanks for all the advice, you guys!

I think it'll help to say that it's like a video version of a diary, but I know even then some people won't get it. I guess y'all are right, I can't focus on the people who don't understand, I have to focus on what makes me happy! Vlogging makes me happy, youtube makes me happy, I don't care if wanting to go to a youtube convention makes me a nerd, so be it.

I guess it's kind of like vlogging in public, I often feel uncomfortable when people give me weird looks but I just have to pretend like I don't see them/don't care and do my thing.

Thanks guys :)
 
It helps to say what you mean with conviction. If they're making fun of you and you respond with a ditsy "oh but I like doing it haha," and acting as if it's not a big deal to go along with the joke then they're still going to joke about it. I'm sure if you responded with "I really like making my vlogs. It's a very fun hobby of mine. I put a lot of time and effort into my content and my viewers enjoy and interact with me and my videos."

Your friends and family will definitely understand in their later years how recording a part of your life is really special. My mother treasures photographs. We hate taking photos, but they're always worth it in the long run.

I recently decided that I want to make a youtube gaming channel as a career. I only started in May and I have a LONG way to go before this dream becomes a feasible life style. When I tell people about my dream it's not "yeaah haha maybe I'll make money on youtube, but it's just for fun now," instead it's, "ever since middle school I loved making youtube videos. It's the first time in my life that I have ever had an ambition or dream. I'm going to make a career out of this because it's the one thing I can see myself doing for the rest of my life." They hear my conviction and everyone I've ever told has given me support. You don't mock aspects of someone's life that they take seriously or truly enjoy just let them be them.

In the end they're probably teasing you. Those who are being extremely negative are really not your friends. As long as you're happy being you that should be more than enough.
 
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