My first ever YouTube video!

I want to look back in a year and feel even more embarrassed by this video than I feel now.

Last year, a friend asked me about my best piece of work, and I didn't know how to respond.

I don't have any longer-form pieces with a proper story arch or a beginning, middle, and end.

Instead, I only have a collection of small, separate pieces. While I am proud of that, I feel the need to delve deeper and experiment with new more challenging and rewarding mediums!

Today, I have finally uploaded my first-ever YouTube video.

Editing it was a painful experience as I am not accustomed to hearing the sound of my voice.

I cringed throughout the entire process, but I don't regret it! To level up, one must go through a phase of total discomfort until things begin to consolidate.

I used a script for the voiceover because I am still not comfortable talking to a camera or a microphone naturally.

Acquiring this skill is one of my goals for this year.

In the age of mass communication, being articulate on the spot is a priceless skill.

My goal is to look back in a year and feel even more embarrassed by this video than I feel now.

My mantra for this year is: Whatever scares you, do it.

Hiding behind a screen and a keyboard is not a sustainable long-term plan.

I would greatly appreciate it if you gave the video a watch!

I'm also open to constructive feedback!

Much love and respect,

Ash Lamb