Find Your Hype.
We've all been there. We're tired, we're hurting, we're under the weather, maybe we're all 3. Today was a rough one for me...then I found my hype. I went to a friend's stream, and the energy from him and his stream soon had me so hyped up and ready to take on today that everything that had been wearing me down this morning disappeared, and in no time at all I was burning with the desire to get started on my to-do list today.
Content Creation is Not Easy
I've been creating content for a while now, long before I started here at Wealthy Affiliate, and the one thing I learned, is it takes a lot of effort. You're going to have days when you don't want to do it. When you look at your computer and other content creation equipment, and just feel an enormous weight on your shoulders. Kyle and several others have told us this, and as a content creator myself, I'll say it too: This is a marathon, not a sprint.
Find Your Hype
Every athlete who talks about doing marathons talks about finding that one thing that keeps them going. I call this "hype". For me, it's watching a positivity stream where there's a ton of energy, fast-paced music, and an upbeat vibe. For others, it's that cup of coffee, energy drink, or whatever it is that gets them going in the morning. That's your hype. Find yours, hold onto it with both hands, and it will get you through this marathon. There have been some really rough days for me in content creation, and I'm not too proud to admit that more than once, I was overcome and didn't create anything. Life, stress, health issues, these are hurdles that we all face as content creators. It's worse when you don't have support in person for you pursuing your goals. Find someone that will push you to get hyped even when you feel like you can't. Trust me, it helps. I have a network of friends who all support my decision to come here to WA, to stream on Twitch, and to realize my goal of working for myself. Find your network, build on it by providing a two way street and helping them stay hyped when they don't want to as well, and remember two things:
1) "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're probably right."-Henry Ford
2)" You, and you alone, are responsible for your success or failure as your own boss. Mainly because there's nobody else to blame.
Here's hoping 2020 brings you peace and prosperity,
Chris
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I modified some "self-help" mottos, replacing the word that ended the sentence, but it's very true, and a process that I've started following every day before I sit down to work. Hype is a Twitch buzzword that basically means energy or excitement.
I agree! It is very easy to get discouraged and just not write anything. I have done that many times and I know consistency is the biggest thing I can improve. The system here works very well. I get a few sales on Amazon most every day now but it could be way more if I was consistent.
Seeing or hearing something really upbeat can make all the difference and get us going.
I am glad you are here to help keep us hyped!
Jessica
Jessica,
Absolutely! Any time you need something to help you get hyped up, reach out and I'll give you some suggestions! One of my go-tos is Darude-Sandstorm. It's fast paced, and lyric free so you can listen to it anywhere and nobody will be offended. I have some other sources you can check out, just let me know!
Chris
Thanks...I need to get hyped to get myself to work at the moment...(my regular job I mean). Someday that won't be in the equation. Normally I am fine but I am sick now and it is below zero outside...fun. It is gorgeous however with the frost on all the trees so I can focus on that.
I think I needed to read what you had to say because today really was one of those days, but I will not give up a break is good once in a while a short short break.iwant what I want and I know I have to work for it and I am and I will. Best wishes to you.
Miriammendo1, I'm so glad I could help! I needed to read it, and have it on my dashboard to always remind me before I start working, to find that hype. Keep pushing, and you'll get there! Believe in yourself, cause as I have been telling other people on WA, we all believe in you and are here to help if you need us!
Chris
Thank you so much. I appreciate you and you willingness to help. I am so grateful for being able to be with all of you at WA I Wii keep pushing forward. Thanks best wishes to you and your business
Outstanding post, Chris!!!! I have a hype routine that I start my work day with that gets me going. My kids were swimmers...it definately made a difference for them. Thanks for sharing!!! Christine
It's amazing how much of a difference it makes, isn't it? That ONE little thing, be it exercise, listening to a certain song or genre of music, or even a cup of coffee just absolutely makes it so you can blast through the day.
Thank you for sharing,
Chris.
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Thank you Chris for this blog that is motivational. You have given me the quote of the day - "Whether you think you can, or you think you can't, you're probably right."-Henry Ford
Hey Ahimbe,
It really is a phenomenal inspirational quote about mindset and taking responsibility for our own. Famous quotes are a hobby of mine, and I often take time at the end of my day to reflect on 1-2 of them.
Chris