The World Feels Heavy: How I Find Peace in the Chaos

No.246 #Dailyvlog #vlog #DJIpocket3 #filmmaking #youtubetips My main camera* https://geni.us/DJI-Pocket3_Bo My stills and second camera* https://geni.us/Fuji_Xm5 My most important piece of tech* https://geni.us/Samsung-Fold5 I colorgrade all my videos with Dehancer. Use discount code YOUKNOWTHEBO for 10% off at https://www.dehancer.com * * This is an affiliate link. You do not pay more, but you will support the channel😉 Thank you very much This is my second channel. Check out my main channel here http://youtube.ISMONO.com INSTAGRAM https://instagram.ISMONO.com PODCAST on Spotify https://geni.us/IsmonoPodcast-Spotify PODCAST on Apple https://geni.us/IsmonoPodcast-Apple If you enjoy my content and you would like to support my channel, you can check out my Patreon here https://www.patreon.com/youknowthebo ARE YOU A CONTENT CREATOR LOOKING FOR ADVICE? You can book 1on1 coaching sessions. Contact me via email ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ It’s hard not to feel overwhelmed by the state of the world right now. From a struggling economy and global conflicts to the toxic nature of social media, it feels like we’re living in a constant "downward spiral." As a freelance film editor, I see the stress everywhere—especially with the younger generation who are facing rising costs and a shrinking sense of hope. But today, I want to talk about how we can fight back against that negativity without needing to "fix" the whole planet. My philosophy is simple: Think globally, act locally. In this vlog, I share why I choose to focus on being a positive force in my own neighborhood. Whether it’s walking a neighbor’s dog, helping an elderly person with their groceries, or simply showing genuine respect to service workers, these small gestures aren't just for them—they are for us. They serve as a mental "reset" that allows us to look at our own problems with a refreshed perspective. I also dive into the "lazy youth" narrative (which I strongly disagree with) and share why deleting Instagram from my phone was one of the best moves I’ve made for my mental health lately. We can’t control the big stuff, but we can control the "positive bubble" we create for ourselves and those around us. Let’s talk about the small things you do to keep your head above water in a "shitty" world. ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬ 00:00 - Why the world feels heavy 01:28 - The myth of cancel culture 03:19 - Defending the "lazy" generation 06:46 - The post-COVID economy 08:04 - Think globally, act locally 10:01 - The importance of simple kindness 12:25 - Being a small fish in a big pond 15:16 - Small steps for a better day 18:23 - Digital detox results 19:35 - Join the conversation ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬