Just Show Up Benjamin Hillman

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, personal, etc... You make what matters to you.
Don't burnout this week
Lot of work left to do for Beyond the Budget: a podcast the looks at the person behind the CFO title.

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, where I can showcase the work I'm involved in
Prepare research questions for an upcoming interview with a project collaborator
Work on the script for a new podcast trailer
Dedicate a certain amount of time each night to working on my personal projects, such as video scripts and organization

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 and triumphs. If you're looking for an honest and relatable podcast that will inspire you to show up, face your fears, and embrace the unknown, "Just Show Up" is the perfect place to start. Join me on this incredible journey as I learn, grow, and share my story with you.

Ben discusses his recent feelings of melancholy and the importance of working on personal projects alongside his professional work. He talks about his current job at Paddle, where he creates podcasts and videos, and how he still yearns to work on his YouTube channel. Ben shares his realization of feeling like he's "playing house" in his adult life, as well as the satisfaction and contentment he's found with his current situation. He touches on his anxiety disorder and the methods he uses to cope with it, including focusing on one task at a time through the use of to-do lists and productivity software like Notion. Finally, Ben sets goals for the upcoming week, which include creating a trailer for a new podcast, preparing a website launch, and keeping other ongoing projects on track.

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/

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/

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
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