Earlier today I read a quote on my friends IG (she’s @julies_plans you should follow her BTW)
There come points with a journey in our lives where we just get tired, whether it be boredom, exhaustion, frustration… and it can happen with anything, friendships, work, marriages, hobbies, and just …. LIFE.
See, I’m a pusher, I push people (name that movie!) but I don’t push others, I push myself. I always have, and while it’s a great quality to have, it also can lead to this “tired”. And when I reach tired, I just keep pushing away.
Life lately has been great, amazing, and full of new and exciting adventures. These past 4 weeks since my oldest started MIDDLE SCHOOL, my youngest started KINDERGARTEN, my sweet girl started girl scouts, which has now convinced me she IS going to change the world one day (scary thought trying to help lead her in changing it in a positive way) life has been exhaustingly beautiful.
Oh yea, did I mention that I also went back to work for the first time in over 11 years…. so my life has been interesting to say the least.
This huge life change has really had me thinking, wondering, where does my social media life fit in now. It is something I love and would never leave behind, but I’m not going to lie, quitting has been a distant (but never fully serious) idea. I am “tired” of that stage of my life. The videos feel a bit meaningless, and my lack of concentration during early morning editing sessions, leaves little creativity. So quit. Just be done with it. But this quote, has me realizing, just rest. Take a moment, re-collect your thoughts, remember your why and get back out there, WORK hard to make your dreams come true. Focus on the important parts of your Happily A Housewife journey, and don’t give two shits about all the crap you don’t do. Because at the end of the day, those “must do items for youtubers/influencers” are bullshit and if you just stay in your lane and show your true self, that is reaching the goals, no number can every give you the same feeling…
wow. I don’t even know where the words from that paragraph came from, but man I needed to read it.
So here we are, at the crossroads… it’s where we decide to sink or swim, and I have ALWAYS loved to keep going and never give up, so I hope that you will stay and see where this journey takes me to next.
I’ve been watching you, and following you on all social media platforms for about 2 years now. I have read every post and watch every video you have ever posted. The one thing I can say about you above most other Mom’s on YouTube is that you are real. You say when you’ve had a bad day, when you are struggling, you admit that you aren’t perfect and that’s why I love you so dearly. You put your absolute best into the content you create and it really shows. Even if you never put out anymore content for the rest of your life, just know that you have made a difference in at least myself. You inspire me to be a better Mom, housewife, and working Mom. You remind me that life doesn’t have to be perfect for it to be good. That it’s ok to not be “the perfect Mom” that so many other people try to claim they are. And that even in the chaos, it can still be so rewarding. And that it’s okay to just take a step back when you are overwhelmed, the world isn’t going to end if you take a day off. So thank you. For everything that you have done for my life, and so many others.
What’s your “why”? Like most things it changes. What is your “why” for doing this ~ in this stage of your life? That’s the real question.
So what are you YouTube goals, or just life goals? You have a huge following and are very well known I’m just curious to know what your striving for. Thanks for the quote, it is definitely true!
Hi Sam, my name is Irma. I’ve loosely followed you since 2014. I’m a very transparent person and have to say at times I would avoid all your social content because you came across as not so real or just putting out content to make money at times, not always — about a handful of times. Ultimately though I like you and relate to you when you share real Sam without a “filter”. I was going to comment on your youtube video regarding affiliate links, but I just couldn’t carve out the time to comment my thoughts on the matter, hashtag full time working mom of 5 problems haha! Anyhow I just finished watching your latest carpool chat and decided to check your blog. In general, I rarely comment due to being always on the go and mostly watching your vlogs while multitasking. But I have to say that ever since you went back to work, it’s almost like the pressure from making money or stress of growing your channel disappeared and the new Sam is so care free and real. You’re focused on a much bigger picture. I really love the person you’re evolving into, it’s a cool thing to watch. As I listen to you on youtube I’m over here like YES mama, you’re slaying it! I cannot say enough good things about your honesty and transparency. We need mom’s like you who enjoy having a platform, represent real life. You’re so much more relate-able 🙂 Keep being true to yourself! I hope none of this comes across the wrong way, sometimes text doesn’t translate the same as spoken words. I’m really digging this side of you. I almost wish we could discuss a lot of the questions you ask in your vlogs over dinner and drinks just like real life friends because that is how genuine you’re coming across, you’re someone I’d totally be friends with, seriously! I’m really looking forward to Vlogmas! Have a wonderful 3 day weekend! 🙂