wish i could help, but im feeling ya. thats why i havent been making so many. im on google too, im not sure how im listed, my gmail is therealaist@gmail cozmikzen might find me tho
I always wonder why people get so troubled about their channels. Do what you want to do, when you want to do it. And if that means do nothing for awhile...then do nothing. Just come and go as you will...:-) Oh...and go ahead and take up space here...it's OK! It's your space....:-)
@GreatGig1 - lol I can't speak for others, but for some reason I feel at least a little bit obligated to my subscribers. Some I see as more than subscribers.
you're not lost...we ALL make our way here...Youtube is fun...never lose sight of that
if people say things....remove and block...who cares?
you aren't lost......you should be more confident....you have the bravery to get on here...thats special in itself......don't forget why you started this
YouTube seems disappointing to me now. It's just not the same. I would probably leave for good if it weren't for the friends that I have made on here. Much love and hugs. :)
@PuffyCatTail - I agree, that's why I'm still here too. I've met some very decent people on YT ;) but I feel like I'm just taking up space here at this point.
I decided last year that you can get too much internet as well as news and politics. I shut off TV years ago. You may be suffering info overload. I wouldn't close your channel, you can just ignore it.
It is why I decided to focus on my blog but keep my YT channel also because they are the two places I've been on the longest in recent years. I like Google+ because they are pushing the "real name" thing and I don't think that's a bad thing. Still my time is limited so I limit that also.
@Maiyanna I do have a suggestion though fwiw. You may have noticed I've changed the direction of my blog to a more positive tone and the response has been good. I really think people like us, who have struggled and overcome, can put stuff out there whether it's a blog, videos, Google+ whatever, that is positive. I see it as helping others while helping ourselves stay that way. What you give out is what you get back. Basically I put stuff out there and people can see it or not, it's my outlet.
@jrsnyderjr - I think you're clearly better adjusted than I, plus you're an excellent writer... I should be able to put stuff up, even if no one watches, but I'm insecure I guess.
I really like the idea of doing something positive and constructive that helps... the challenge is how to make it engaging and interesting to not only myself, but others.
@Maiyanna I don't know about better adjusted, more like determined. Your Maryann's Anxiety channel was helpful to me at the time. I think of what I do as a project that takes work and effort but gives me some sense of being worthwhile, that in turn makes me adjust better. Lately I've been slacking off because my sister is so sick but I realize that was a lazy mistake. I'd feel better if I'd been more consistent.
Will you please do something about those damn cat channel recommends?
@Maiyanna Yeah...don't get sucked in. It seems to me the internet has become a lot like late night cable TV and you really have to filter out what you look at and watch the time you spend. Shut the TV off, it's useless unless you're into game shows. ;~}
I will cry if you leave!....just kidding of course but I really like listening to your views and you seem so genuine which is a refreshing thing on the nets. But you know what is best for you...take care my friend...regards...
So glad to hear from you again! I know you have been disappointed with YouTube for some time now. Many people are discouraged with politics and social commentary because we never seem to be getting anywhere and it leaves people irritated and irked. From what I have heard there are other groups similar to what you belong to who preach to disengage from irritating,non productive conversation and to cocentrate instead on being "positive" in word action and deed. They sound convincing. Good Luck!
@2bsirius - Yeah, YT tends to reward bad behavior. lol
This type of forum is perfect for sharing information and ideas, I was so hopeful at one point...I don't know what went wrong? It probably has to do with the culture of anonymity.
Ultimatums seldom work out for the best. Why do you have to leave? Post a video if you feel like it, or don't. I enjoy watching and enjoy interacting through comments but I have not made a video in years. The mood or need is not present, if in the future I feel the need I will probably do so. For now I consideer myself in the YT category of "constant commenter."
@hippygram - Did I ever tell you, I wished that my real name "Maryann" was spelled the way you spell your name with an i and an e? It's much prettier.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I don't know why I can't just do that? It sounds easy the way you put it. ;)
eh... when it comes to youtube, I'm sorta lost too, I have hobbies, I'm political and social opinionated but to thrive it seems as if you have to create 5 different channels because people seem to want only comedy skits or only politics and aren't really interested in the the whole you.
So I can understand what your saying, but there's no need for an self-ultimatum, you can go and grow without posting too youtube, it's not a bad thing. You might come back to it, once you turn 60... who knows?
@Sparkygravity - Yeah, I think if you are passionate enough about one subject, and are willing to dedicate your channel to it, that's probably the way to go. In the early days it was easier to do a bit of everything, YT was small and more social. But people have facebook for social now.
I can relate to everything you talked about. I always have to take a break from the reality of our world. Step into my own world and do things that are mentally good for ya. I have the anxiety disorder, and sometimes I take things a minute an hour at a time. You take care my friend. I make sure I act silly once a day, singing, dancing, laughing, even if only for a few minutes. It's good for the soul!
Awww I can't believe you're leaving, I hope you change your mind!
myradrealityshow 2 months ago
I don't get time to make many videos anymore.I have lots of Ideas but no time!
proofisinthepudding 4 months ago
@proofisinthepudding - I know, me too. I have a very full plate these days. Good to hear from you! ;)
Maiyanna 4 months ago
wish i could help, but im feeling ya. thats why i havent been making so many. im on google too, im not sure how im listed, my gmail is therealaist@gmail cozmikzen might find me tho
TheAist 7 months ago
I always wonder why people get so troubled about their channels. Do what you want to do, when you want to do it. And if that means do nothing for awhile...then do nothing. Just come and go as you will...:-) Oh...and go ahead and take up space here...it's OK! It's your space....:-)
GreatGig1 7 months ago
@GreatGig1 - lol I can't speak for others, but for some reason I feel at least a little bit obligated to my subscribers. Some I see as more than subscribers.
I guess that's what it is... ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
@GreatGig1
Yes.
Outlander2015 6 months ago
ok...now >I< am lost
what is alternative media? lol
you're not lost...we ALL make our way here...Youtube is fun...never lose sight of that
if people say things....remove and block...who cares?
you aren't lost......you should be more confident....you have the bravery to get on here...thats special in itself......don't forget why you started this
keep rockin'
Outlander2015 6 months ago
Oh no worries.. I have those kind of days when I have nothing to talk about.. no ideas.. no thing.. You will get back on track.. Just don't go :(
tupacthug4life 7 months ago
@tupacthug4life - I hope so, thanks! ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
YouTube seems disappointing to me now. It's just not the same. I would probably leave for good if it weren't for the friends that I have made on here. Much love and hugs. :)
PuffyCatTail 7 months ago
@PuffyCatTail - I agree, that's why I'm still here too. I've met some very decent people on YT ;) but I feel like I'm just taking up space here at this point.
Maiyanna 7 months ago
I decided last year that you can get too much internet as well as news and politics. I shut off TV years ago. You may be suffering info overload. I wouldn't close your channel, you can just ignore it.
It is why I decided to focus on my blog but keep my YT channel also because they are the two places I've been on the longest in recent years. I like Google+ because they are pushing the "real name" thing and I don't think that's a bad thing. Still my time is limited so I limit that also.
jrsnyderjr 7 months ago
@Maiyanna I do have a suggestion though fwiw. You may have noticed I've changed the direction of my blog to a more positive tone and the response has been good. I really think people like us, who have struggled and overcome, can put stuff out there whether it's a blog, videos, Google+ whatever, that is positive. I see it as helping others while helping ourselves stay that way. What you give out is what you get back. Basically I put stuff out there and people can see it or not, it's my outlet.
jrsnyderjr 7 months ago
@jrsnyderjr - I think you're clearly better adjusted than I, plus you're an excellent writer... I should be able to put stuff up, even if no one watches, but I'm insecure I guess.
I really like the idea of doing something positive and constructive that helps... the challenge is how to make it engaging and interesting to not only myself, but others.
Maiyanna 7 months ago
@Maiyanna I don't know about better adjusted, more like determined. Your Maryann's Anxiety channel was helpful to me at the time. I think of what I do as a project that takes work and effort but gives me some sense of being worthwhile, that in turn makes me adjust better. Lately I've been slacking off because my sister is so sick but I realize that was a lazy mistake. I'd feel better if I'd been more consistent.
Will you please do something about those damn cat channel recommends?
jrsnyderjr 7 months ago
@jrsnyderjr - "Will you please do something about those damn cat channel recommends?" ahahaha, I know how much you love cats! ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
@Maiyanna btw...since I watched your video announcing your cat channel I get a constant stream of cat channels recommended to me now!
jrsnyderjr 7 months ago
@jrsnyderjr - "info overload" most definitely. ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
@Maiyanna Yeah...don't get sucked in. It seems to me the internet has become a lot like late night cable TV and you really have to filter out what you look at and watch the time you spend. Shut the TV off, it's useless unless you're into game shows. ;~}
jrsnyderjr 7 months ago
I will cry if you leave!....just kidding of course but I really like listening to your views and you seem so genuine which is a refreshing thing on the nets. But you know what is best for you...take care my friend...regards...
schoolmaster1945 7 months ago
@schoolmaster1945 - Thank you so much! ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
So glad to hear from you again! I know you have been disappointed with YouTube for some time now. Many people are discouraged with politics and social commentary because we never seem to be getting anywhere and it leaves people irritated and irked. From what I have heard there are other groups similar to what you belong to who preach to disengage from irritating,non productive conversation and to cocentrate instead on being "positive" in word action and deed. They sound convincing. Good Luck!
KasparHauser6 7 months ago
@KasparHauser6 - You know me well. ;)
Now and then at the support group someone will veer off into dangerous, negative territory, they are very quickly reprimanded by the group. lol
It's about balance for me. I can't close my mind, I have to keep learning.
Maiyanna 7 months ago
The idea that you can't be negative in your group is good imho.
The problem here on YT is that the more morose, vicious, abusive and judgemental your are, the more positive feedback you get.
I don't like that culture here either. I see too many people here crawling around trying to curry favour with a bunch of losers
It's nauseating!
I think the only healthy use of the interenet is for research, but it doesn't replace solitude and reading
Might not be here soon myself.
Like your vids!
2bsirius 7 months ago
@2bsirius - Yeah, YT tends to reward bad behavior. lol
This type of forum is perfect for sharing information and ideas, I was so hopeful at one point...I don't know what went wrong? It probably has to do with the culture of anonymity.
Maiyanna 7 months ago
i hope you stick around,
xoexo
edenbainbridge 7 months ago
@edenbainbridge - Thanks so much Eden! ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
Ultimatums seldom work out for the best. Why do you have to leave? Post a video if you feel like it, or don't. I enjoy watching and enjoy interacting through comments but I have not made a video in years. The mood or need is not present, if in the future I feel the need I will probably do so. For now I consideer myself in the YT category of "constant commenter."
hippygram 7 months ago
@hippygram - Did I ever tell you, I wished that my real name "Maryann" was spelled the way you spell your name with an i and an e? It's much prettier.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts, I don't know why I can't just do that? It sounds easy the way you put it. ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
eh... when it comes to youtube, I'm sorta lost too, I have hobbies, I'm political and social opinionated but to thrive it seems as if you have to create 5 different channels because people seem to want only comedy skits or only politics and aren't really interested in the the whole you.
So I can understand what your saying, but there's no need for an self-ultimatum, you can go and grow without posting too youtube, it's not a bad thing. You might come back to it, once you turn 60... who knows?
Sparkygravity 7 months ago
@Sparkygravity - Yeah, I think if you are passionate enough about one subject, and are willing to dedicate your channel to it, that's probably the way to go. In the early days it was easier to do a bit of everything, YT was small and more social. But people have facebook for social now.
Maiyanna 7 months ago
I think maybe I'm going to miss you...
fehquig 7 months ago
I can relate to everything you talked about. I always have to take a break from the reality of our world. Step into my own world and do things that are mentally good for ya. I have the anxiety disorder, and sometimes I take things a minute an hour at a time. You take care my friend. I make sure I act silly once a day, singing, dancing, laughing, even if only for a few minutes. It's good for the soul!
Fromplefeet 7 months ago
@Fromplefeet - Good advice, thank you! ;)
Maiyanna 7 months ago
How did you find your support group?
It's kinda cool that you have both outlets.
And you can avoid negativity on youtube if you really try ;‹D
as you know, there are a lot of great people here.
I don't think you HAVE to give yourself an ultimatum, but I understand.
I hope you figure out a way to stay that works for you.
Elaina43 7 months ago
@Elaina43 - It's hard to find a peer support group. Mental health centers don't always advertise them.
If I can find a new, positive direction to go in, one that also challenges me, then it'll work. Otherwise, I'll fall back into my old ways...
Maiyanna 7 months ago