In 9 days, I will have been making ASMR videos for 4 months. I started my channel on my birthday, complying with a sudden urge to create something that would help people. ASMR has changed my life. My brain is constantly sorting or revisiting memories, or meticulously attending to matters of the present. Sleep has never been easily attainable for me. Finding ASMR videos was a gift. My brain no longer had a choice--- the sounds and voices were like a quieting hand---when placed, all the strategizing, concerns, stresses, and distractions were sweetly halted.
There's a correlation between good nights and good days. While ASMR is used to achieve relaxation and rest, it's also used to enhance our everyday activities. Waking up feeling like you can take on the day (as opposed to "getting through a night") is something I covet. I can't express my gratitude enough for all those who put their energy, time, and money, into making videos for the purpose of closing the viewers' eyes. Think about what they're doing...putting in all that effort, planning, amassing props, editing---all with the sole purpose of making the viewer turn away from them and sleep. It's an incredibly kind endeavor: and it's one that has made my nights quiet, and my days bright.
I want to say thank you to every single content creator---regardless if I have ever been triggered by your work, regardless if I have even seen it. I know what you put into this work, and I know that at times it can be frustrating and disheartening. I know that the messages you get can be ugly. I know that the internet has a malicious and entitled vein that can reach out and touch you from time to time. I thank you for your generosity, resilience, patience, and kindness. You are helping people in a way that sometimes no substance or council can achieve. Your work is valued, you are valued, and you are wonderful.
I am aware of how "sappy" this entry must sound...and that's okay. Sometimes people need to hear what they mean to you. You mean a great deal to me...I just thought you should know. <3
Hi, I thought I'd post here instead of on Youtube. I'm still going through your ASMR back catalogue but the Spy role play one is just great. I downloaded it to my phone otherwise you'd have another 40 hits or something. I'm sure I'm not alone in that.
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say that while we'll never meet, I appreciate quality and 'value' and you have added some value to the world with your carefully crafted videos, and it's worth saying. And I use the word crafted deliberately.
Keep going and never doubt yourself.
Thank you very much for taking the time to write that. it means something to me. :)
DeleteIt seems weird but I can't seem to remember a time when you weren't making videos. Even though our relationship is completely virtual you've become a big part of my life through your videos. I totally agree what you said about content creators. I think when someone takes the time post a video they are giving something of themselves, their time, their thoughts, their creativity, and that's a very cool thing :)
ReplyDeleteOh 3D, I feel the same way about you! Thank you for reading my rambling, and for always being a friend. :)
DeleteWow Heather, I didn't know it's only been 4 months!! By the looks of your videos, it seems like you've been doing it for years. Thank you for making them, and I am especially glad that you found it, so both you and I can enjoy the profits from it! :D
ReplyDeleteThank you! Time has flown by, but I have loved every second. <3
DeleteHi Heather! I just came home from bowling and saw your comment in the feed, happy 4 month anniversary! :D you have helped me to not just relax, but your unabashed love of childhood pursuits, and just being real, has inspired me so so much. From the fact that you respond to every message, good or bad, I think so that you really do care more than just about any other artist on YouTube. If you are just as kind and caring in your everyday life as you are here, then you are rich beyond any amount of money in this world. Just thank you for caring about others. " The best and most beautiful things in the world cannot be seen or even touched - they must be felt with the heart."
ReplyDeleteThank you Derek! Your comment means a lot to me and hit me in the heart. Well stated, and well intended---thank you. :D
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