Don't burn out. Don't burn out. Don't burn out. Last Week's Thoughts: Launched Paddle Studios , where I can showcase the work I'm involved in. Went a little too hard there, bud! Got close to burn out Burst of creativity... I guess I write songs now? Did pretty much everything I said I would This Week's Plans: Mission statement: make it easier to make stuff My mission is to make it easier for other people to make stuff too, working through whatever barriers you may have whether it's financial, pe...
Apr 17, 2023•18 min
This week has been a rollercoaster of emotions and progress. Last Week's Thoughts: I pondered over the incomplete projects and the need to prioritize them I reflected on the importance of work-life balance, especially when working from home (and taxes) I expressed my concerns about juggling multiple interests and not being able to focus on one particular niche I analyzed the challenges of finding a balance between personal passions and professional goals This Week's Plans: Launch Paddle Studios,...
Apr 10, 2023•21 min•Season 2Ep. 2
Welcome to "Just Show Up," a podcast where I, Ben Hillman, share my personal journey of self-discovery, creativity, and personal growth as I navigate through the ever-evolving landscape of life. After a two-year hiatus, I'm back and ready to tackle the challenges ahead, from working on exciting projects at my job to cultivating a fulfilling personal life. Each week, I will recap my experiences, discuss what's coming up, and provide valuable insights and advice to help you face your own struggles...
Apr 03, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 1
Welcome back to the podcast! Let's show up. My latest video: https://youtu.be/r4J1oL531EE Today we're talking about: Mental Health follow up Side projects Incremental change https://www.psychologytoday.com/us https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Mar 11, 2021•13 min•Season 1Ep. 6
Welcome back to the podcast! Let's show up. My latest video: https://youtu.be/r4J1oL531EE Today we're talking about: Mental Health Therapy Asking for Help https://www.psychologytoday.com/us https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/
Mar 04, 2021•23 min•Season 1Ep. 5
Welcome back to the podcast! Let's show up. My latest video: https://youtu.be/r4J1oL531EE Today we're talking about: Switching Costs Effort Consistency Content Crush of the Week: Ryan Ng
Feb 25, 2021•14 min•Season 1Ep. 4
Welcome back to the podcast! Let's show up. My latest video: https://youtu.be/E8qgzHcsDW8 Today we're talking about: Priorities Perfectionism Powering Through Hitting a Wall Content Crush of the Week: Fellow Filmmaker
Feb 18, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 3
Welcome back to the podcast! Let's get weird. My latest video: https://youtu.be/E8qgzHcsDW8 Today we're talking about: 03:58 - Name Change | Just Show Up 08:39 - What I Do Full Time 11:44 - Precarious Manhood - Article 21:09 - Content Crush of the Week: Adrian Ritchie Other links Adrian's Company: https://www.wearestillcompany.com/ Protecting the Hustle (with Cody Wanner): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kBGCiSipBuY This Is A Van Life Commercial: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2kss88DzSY...
Feb 11, 2021•28 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Hope you are well! Welcome to the pod. My latest video: https://youtu.be/LGnp0vyT6Cs Today we're talking about: 02:00 - What is this podcast 05:43 - Content philosophy 08:41 - What is Slacker Stuff 15:30 - Content Crush of the week - Brittney Janae Brittney's channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCU3iwN92UYCvariq8SB6iJA First episode of Brittney's Safe Space show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vtv4vsMKKxA...
Feb 04, 2021•21 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Support me on Patreon: http://bit.ly/slackpatreon View this video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/slackerstudio Why do YouTubers have studios? That's something I've wondered for a while. I want a big space with multiple different areas where work can take place... but is that just to feed my ego or is it somewhat necessary? #DigitalAwareness #YouTubeStudio #nosmallcreator Slacker Stuff: Searching for Meaning in Digital Awareness https://www.slackerstuff.com/ _ _ _ _ _ Social Media: Instagram: https://...
Jan 27, 2020•13 min
Support me on Patreon: http://bit.ly/slackpatreon View this video on YouTube: http://bit.ly/persevere2020 The biggest lesson I've learned recently is focusing on Actions instead of Results. If you want to Persevere on YouTube in 2020, you need to focus on what you can influence (your actions) instead of what you cannot directly control (views, subscribers, etc). I talk more about that in this episode. #DigitalAwareness #YouTube #2020 Slacker Stuff: Searching for Meaning in Digital Awareness http...
Jan 16, 2020•5 min•Season 1Ep. 2
Check out the podcast here: https://anchor.fm/outofnetwork Support me on Patreon: http://bit.ly/slackpatreon Subscribe to my YouTube channel: http://bit.ly/jvsubscribe Therapy has been immensely helpful for me. I understand that it isn't something that works for everyone but from my experience, I'd be remiss to say that it is helpful. My friend Briana Callahan and I started a podcast called Out of Network Therapy is not accessible to everyone, so here are some links if you are struggling: Nation...
Jan 08, 2020•9 min•Season 1Ep. 1
Support me on Patreon: http://bit.ly/slackpatreon We're all connected to each other with the touch of our button. We've never had this sort of relationship with each other before. Is an internet relationship the same as a "real world" relationship? Should we be using social media as a replacement for interactions or is it something that enhances our experience? Frankly, I don't know. But I'd like to find out. Social Media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slackerstuff/ Facebook: https://www....
Jan 07, 2020•2 min
