Daydream or Nightmare: The Art of Mindful “Content Creation”

Mar 18

This week, we dive into the challenges of seasonal depression and how a packed schedule can lead to burnout. Using my own personal experience, I share how I have found that delicate equilibrium between passion and obligation, and the importance of slowing our pace to savor the moments that truly matter.

The journey from a day job to living the daydream is one that's both challenging and rewarding, and I discuss the importance of making that transition with intention and authenticity.

As the digital landscape continues to evolve, I call for a renewed focus on storytelling and personal branding—a shift towards deeper connections as we approach the new year. It's a call to arms for creators to foster more engaging, resonant content that breaks the monotonous mold of today's social media.

“I think that that phase of content on Instagram and TikTok and YouTube shorts or whatever is kind of going by the wayside, and I think what people are wanting to do is go a little bit deeper right and have something a little bit more of value.”

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Today’s Topics:

00:00 - Reaaligning Goals and Reflections

05:39 - Personal Growth and Social Media

13:29 - Embracing Slow, Authentic Content Creation

20:37 - Creating Meaningful Content for YouTube

Hey Daydreamers!

Spring is almost here, and I know that lots of us in the Northern Hemisphere are STRUGGLING with the woes of seazy d (seasonal depression) so today, let's have a little coffee shop date and chat all about how to attune into how we are feeling about the current creative climate out there.

In this chat, I'm not holding back about my own struggles with seasonal blues, the chaos of a jam-packed calendar, and the necessity of hitting pause to get back in touch with what really sparks our joy.

Get a little taste of my thoughts from the podcast and what I chat about in our latest soulful discussion. Whether it's about dealing with seasonal depression or the realization that we need to step back and appreciate what we've achieved, this episode is a gentle nudge to always stay true to you.

Sick of the current state of Instagram?! You are not alone! Join me on this creative journey as we shake up today's content creation scene. Let's promise to create stories that are true to us and help each other build a better online community and social media experience.

For all you visual learners out there, check out my recent video where I break down my wedding photography gear kit. It's a sneak peek of what's to come for our subscribers – more deep dives into the behind the scenes of my businesses!

So, get comfy and grab a coffee and as always, I encourage you to get involved, leave your thoughts, and share your stories. Let's keep inspiring and supporting each other in this creative community.

-Asher

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