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"The Creative Process" blog post
🕑 Added 2019-05-23 21:59:23 +0000 UTC
Hey, guys, welcome to another “Creative Process” blog, where I let you in on some sweet deets about my audio making adventures.
So, I’ll confess…. I’m an outrageous workaholic. I grew up very poor, and as a result, I have a very high drive to work and prosper. That said, I’ve never had hobbies. I never saw the need for them, or the benefit, and so most of my life has been spent carving my “road to success”. And while I have indeed become very successful in my “real life” career outside of Youtube, I’ve found that my need for a creative, leisurely outlet is very real.
That’s where Youtube came in. I found ASMR by chance, when my girl showed me a video one night. At first I thought it was kinda weird, and I didn’t get it. But my curiosity got the better of me and I went back to it, finding that there was a good bit of the content I enjoyed. Then I came across role play ASMR, and I was even more intrigued. I listened to several, finding that I really enjoyed the stories, and found some of the artists’ voices particularly soothing.
This inspired me and I started my own channel. That was two years ago, and to this day, the channel is my great escape. My release from work is breaking out this laptop, pulling up a Google document and creating stories. Entire worlds. Plots, twists, villains, heroes. And it’s interesting that I would choose the hobby of voice acting, because I have a very delicate voice condition. I went for almost two years without being able to speak much, sing, or do much of anything that involved my vocal cords. And it is a constant battle for me to keep my voice healthy. That’s why I have to take breaks from recording every so often, which always bums me out. I hate the idea of letting you guys down, and I’m always afraid that I’m gonna be seen as lazy, or be accused of using my health condition as an excuse/crutch.
But ya know what? Even my voice condition is, I think, the universe’s way of making sure I don’t overwork myself with my hobby. It forces me to slow down, take breaks, and keep it a thing of leisure, rest, release. Thank you guys (my patrons) for being such an overwhelmingly kind and supportive group. My whole tribe is amazing, and I love everyone who’s subscribed on Youtube as well. But you guys go the extra mile, and I am continually honored and so thankful for you. You guys have made my channel what it is, and you’ve pushed me to go further with it than I ever dreamed I could. You guys inspire me, you have me constantly thinking and asking, “what can I cook up next for those little monkeys?”
You’re a bright spot in my world, patrons. I hope you know that. Be kind, be good, and I’ll talk to you next time. Much love,
-B
Comments
Bird
Ben, having a creative hobby like voice acting, writing, or art, most people don’t think about the need for a break from it. “You aren’t doing anything stressful.” But people don’t realize how much a voice can be strained, or a muse can suddenly leave you. I’m glad you’ve found a way to be creative, to be able to enjoy success and pleasure so equally. I’m hoping to get to that point someday too, where I can enjoy my teaching career and go home to my writing career. Ben, you are a wonderful person who really shows he cares. I’m glad to have found your channel and I’m glad to be a part of your journey. Take care of yourself and rest up; me saying so is the best way I can give back what you give me. ❤️🥰
That is sooo caring and kind, and it means more than you know. I hate being in poor voice health and being unable to serve you guys. To hear that you are understanding, it makes me feel so loved and appreciated. Thank you!
Terry
Thank u so much ben for every thing you give us and for all the hard work that goes into each audio, you will never really understand how much i appreciate you and your work as you always have a way of cheering me up especially on my bad days, i suffer from pain and panack attacks and you help me get through thos days so i cant thank you enough you really mean alot to me, you have to take care of yourself and enjoy taking as many breaks as you need, dont worry about us we will always be here for you when you get back :)
