What do you think of the video? I made it from my current perspective, where my job doesn’t really feel like a typical “job.” I enjoy what I do, and that shapes how I see work overall. At the same time, I understand that this viewpoint might come across as a bit “rage baity,” especially since a lot of people have very different, often negative, experiences with work. *SPOILERS* I push back against the common narrative that jobs are inherently miserable or that working is something to escape from. Instead, work can actually be an important part of building a fulfilling and meaningful life. Not just financially, but mentally and emotionally as well. I believe that having something to work toward, contributing to something, and developing skills over time can bring a strong sense of purpose and satisfaction. However, many people haven’t found that kind of experience with work yet, which makes this perspective harder to relate to or even frustrating to hear.

What books are you currently reading or have read that has changed your daily routine? Is it something obvious or an idea you needed to read multiple times to understand? A book that has significantly shaped my creative output is The Creative Act by Rick Rubin. It’s one of the most influential reads that reshaped how I think about why and how I create my videos. I’d highly recommend it to anyone involved in creative work, whether professionally or as a passion. One idea that stood out to me is the concept of having no rules. It’s easy to fall into the mindset of always needing to be productive or checking off tasks from a to-do list. While that structure can be helpful, it can also limit the infinite possibilities of what you could create or explore. I’ve noticed this in my own process, sometimes I default to a formula or stick to what feels comfortable. That in itself isn’t necessarily bad, but it becomes a problem when it happens unconsciously and starts to limit creativity. Happy reading and share your books everyone! Post was inspired by @Ryan S Thanks for messaging me about this!