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bad-and-drawn-that-way · 1 month

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Not a request but a question because I'm trying to work out if I'm being silly and need to chill or if this is a thing other writers deal with. (Ignore if you don't want to answer of course)

Do you ever get really frustrated when you write something you're proud of/ actually really excited to write/ have put a lot into doesn't do well for one, but then a post you put a lot less into (Still effort ofc) or wanted to write way less does way better and it's even worse?

You're not alone in this feeling AT ALL. A lot of creators, including myself feel this often. The TLDR of what I'm about to say is: you're not being silly, but you do need to chill. Let's dive into what I mean by that! 💕

A lot of creators, including myself put a lot of love into what we do. So of course we want the work we spend extra time and effort on to do better. Unfortunately, what happens a lot of the time is our original works, more heartfelt works, more polished stuff, etc. tend to go on the backburner compared to our memes, sketches, and sexual content. People online are drawn to instant serotonin. It's not that your more polished stuff isn't incredible, it's that they're just drawn to what requires less of an attention span.

Does this mean you should stop trying? NO!!! Do what makes you happy, but also realize that it may not always get the recognition it deserves. Being a creator in a modern age requires finding a balance of self-worth and chasing numbers. It's okay to research ways to extend your reach. Celebrate your growth and the posts that do well! But learn to make peace with the fact that sometimes the post is just not going to get as much of a response as you hope. Learn to celebrate what you've made for yourself.

I'm constantly fighting the urge to check my numbers. I also feel disappointed when something I post that I thought was really good doesn't get much attention. This isn't coming from someone who has all the answers and doesn't get bothered by numbers. This is coming from someone who struggles with that feeling all the time. It's a form of love. It's part of self-love. Love is a choice you make every day. Sometimes that choice can be harder than other days and that's okay.

Keep doing what you love. Keep striving to do well. But learn to let go. Learn not to put so much pressure on your posts. It's okay to repost them too! If the initial post didn't do well, just try posting it again! Try different things to grab attention! Sometimes it has nothing to do with the content and just with timing, algorithm, tags, etc.

The two things I've started doing to help combat that association of success with numbers are:

Find that one friend, mutual, family member, etc. who will always celebrate what you make, even if they may not fully understand it. Bless my mom, she doesn't understand 90% of what I make. I don't show her my writing, but I show her my art, my streaming, my music, etc. I'm very blessed to have her always there to be like "WOAH THAT'S NEAT". Find that person for you.

Do a little something nice for yourself after posting something you're proud of! It doesn't have to be anything huge. Just go get your favorite snack or maybe take a bubble bath. Just a little bite of serotonin to celebrate what you've done.

Ultimately, your feelings are super valid my dude. It's tough out there! And if you're anything like me, you care a lot about what you do. Of course, you want it to be seen. Keep doing what you love and find ways to grow without letting the numbers define the worth of what you make. You got this!

#cherri speaks

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psiithirisma · 2 years

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it's the mcc aftermath. It's the invading phil's chill stream. It's the constant talking and laughter yet remains quiet call. Like it's just them in a room and everything else in the world is just background noise. Somehow, the four of them, together, it's suddenly night and it's just mumbling of friends, family, to each other. They're the sound of coming home after a tiring day. They're a lunar eclipse.

God I miss it. I miss them. It's probably laughable to people now but it comforts me to see people who had loved them the same.

Oh this made tear up, dude. Really trying not to cry right now.

I miss those 4 together too and it's heartbreaking to remember they miss his fourth too. I didn't expect anything different but its still heartbreaking to dwell on.

Wilbur's tweet in honor to Techno saying he misses him every day, Tommy in that stream when talking about SandwichLord pausing and going “maybe we just really miss Techno”, Phil's tweeting in his private account “i miss him so much man...”

And how even part of their friends' reactions was worrying about those 3 because everyone knew how close SBI are. Like, that time James (Marriot) in a stream after the news came out mentioned he felt bad for being busy around that time because he couldn't be there for his friends that were close with Techno, specifying the rest of SBI.

Or how at the end of the DSMP panel at Twitchon, when the audience stands up to clap in memory of Techno, you can see Niki turning around and looking at Phil, Wil and Tommy. And how in the same instant Ranboo also turns around to look at Tommy's direction.

Man, they never got to hang out in real life all 4 together. That upsets me greatly.

To think about how now i would never experience this rush of serotonin when watching a stream and get 4/4 again and the cruel reason why it's like that, damn.

They were and are a package deal. They weren't meant to be separated and it shatters my heart that they were.

#went into a little bit of a rant/rambling sorry #i'm just really sad sometimes #death cw #cw death #tw death #death tw #maybe i am crying #i miss them #i miss techno

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calamitydaze · 2 years

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I feel so guilty for missing Dream and wanting to watch his content. I'll see pictures of him (and his minecraft skin tbh) or I'll hear his voice and it sends an instant burst of serotonin, and then I get guilty. He did a space today and I so desperately wanted to listen (and if I didn't have class, I'm not sure if I would've caved or not).

I know nothing's been confirmed yet, and I know it's going to take time, but I miss him and I'm guilty for doing so. It's a lose-lose situation—not interacting w/ his content/dteam content for so long whilst in this limbo is making me feel less happy, but if I do interact w/ the content then I feel guilty.

At least we're all in this together. (Your blog's been a massive help during this, btw. Ty)

yeah, me too. :[ i decided to listen to the recording of his space yesterday cause i feel pretty at peace with where things are right now and it was so weird how easily he could make me smile while still not being able to shake that feeling of guilt and just “man, this kinda sucks.” for what it’s worth though i don’t think we Should feel guilty— emotional bonds don’t dissipate overnight even if people like to act like they do. i’m in the same boat of it being a lose-lose because there’s really nothing else to make me happy in the meantime, dt (+qk) were the only ccs i really loved about but this situation has just drained the uncomplicated joy out of it to the point where even completely unrelated things (like q’s cooking stream today) feel dull right now

#but if you haven’t watched them already i really really enjoyed the recent yard + banter episodes!#two hours of content that didn’t make me feel shitty at all small miracles #and thank you for saying that <3 we’re all in it together #bella answers #anon #dream.situation

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bornonthelake · 2 years

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Ok hi I’m so excited to find someone else who loves The Oh Hellos!!!! What are your favorite songs?

omg hi i'm sorry idk why i didn't see this till now!! i'm also very happy to find someone else who loves the oh hellos i don't see enough appreciation for them!!! their songs just have such a dancing in a flowy dress in a super bright green forest vibes with the sunlight streaming through the branches idk why that's so specific but that's what i always get from them maybe i'm just obsessed with the irish folk vibes. anyway favorite songs!! i managed to narrow it down to top five (in no particular order) otherwise this was going to get even longer :)

1. dear wormwood - GOD i'm obsessed with this song i genuinely cry if i think about it for too long it's just soooooooo i'm soooo normal about it

2. soldier poet king - this was the song that introduced me to the oh hellos and it just brings me so much serotonin every time i listen to it :) i own a sword and one of my favorite things to do when hearing this song is to pick it up and do a little dance around my bedroom like yes i am a soldier who carries a mighty sword :)

3. rio grande - again this song just brings me instant serotonin upon hearing it idk what it is about it it just has really good vibes

4. second child restless child - clearly there's a pattern here :) this song makes me want to go dance out in the wilderness idk i'm not even a second child i'm an only child but the song is a vibe that's the only reasoning i need

5. where is your rider - it's like a similar vibe to other songs at the beginning but slightly more haunting in a way idk anyway i feel i'm getting repetitive but vibes are truly immaculate

#didn't expect this to get that long #anyway i'm very glad to have found another oh hellos fan #hope you didn't mind me going on and on #i just think they're neat #the oh hellos

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akkivee · 2 years

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btw stream slow game life by ichiro and kuukou’s stage actors for some instant nb flavoured serotonin

#this is vee speaking #stream both akira-san and hirono-san’s music tbh #i recommend pull the trigger from akira-san’s new album and hirono-san’s error #but that’s besides the point lol very baller of them to put out a duet imo 🤧#and it’s a bop too!!!! about hanging out with video games and drinks (with a girl of course lol)

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bambisgirl · 2 years

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ooh what was your internship doing?!?? i hope you enjoy the summer and going out with your friends today!!!

i’m doing alright, i was a bit upset earlier over not seeing my crush today at a competition we were both meant to go to and then we won’t get to see each other again until at least october or january :(

on the positive side though i’m staying over in my best friends house tomorrow to stream the enha comeback together!!!! ive been trying to write as much as i can the past few days cause i’m going on holiday on friday and i don’t know if i’ll have time to post/write whilst im away <3

please!! i love seeing you in my notifs <333 i hope you enjoy the works you haven’t read yet!! ily 🫶🫶

AHHH my internship was really nice!!! i was teaching basic programming stuff to young children for two weeks <3 i didnt get paid or anything but tbh i loved it 🥰🥰 <computer science3

AND THANK YOU SO MUCH!! ❤️‍🩹❤️‍🩹 i really enjoyed my time out T^T i love my friends so much, they’re an instant serotonin boost 🥹 AND OMFG??? U GOT AN IRL CRUSH??? how are they?? ^_^ i bet they’re amazing if you like them this much hehe >:)

what did u think of the enha cb?? I PERSONALLY LOVED IT SM UGHHH i’ve been streaming every day :D 🤍

i hope ure taking good care of yourself lovely ♥️ LOVE U & CANT WAIT TO INTERACT W U AGAIN ALREADY AAA <333

#♡: rue 🍒💌☎️#🍪: maria's moots! ♡#love letters 💌

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weownthenitenyc · 1 year

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Rosehip Releases 'Found' from Upcoming 'Odyssey' EP

Since he began releasing music back in 2020, London-based producer Rosehip has become synonymous with timeless electronic gems, amassing millions of streams online with his touching, explorative creations. Embarking on the next chapter in his musical journey, he announces his forthcoming Odyssey EP with the release of the first single Found. Providing an instant dose of serotonin, Found calls…

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#found #Odyssey #rosehip

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icharchivist · 1 year

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god watching the video of M.A.O.’s reactions everytime a Sandalphon thing gets announced in the streams is genuinely instant fun. instant serotonin. no one does it like her.

#she's so much and it fills me with so much joy #ichablogging gbffest

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cirrusea · 3 years

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