To clarify: this is a fictional story. I don’t actually have a blog. Most of this film is fictionalized, but loosely based off my success story with KZread. Please watch this on the biggest screen you own. Well…this is it. My (current) Magnum Opus. I started writing the screenplay for this film in summer of last year, and after months of work, it’s finally finished. I hope this story inspires you, gets you to reflect on your own projections, and makes you get your ass up and work for what you want in life. I ask for nothing in return. I just want to thank you for making it possible for me to pursue this kind of video. I will forever be grateful for all of you, and I’m excited to see what you think of it. There could be more of these coming in the future based on your feedback. And if you want to kickstart your journey towards unconventional success, you can join my free self improvement community here: bit.ly/48SwuDN

@KavyaCeleste

3 ай бұрын

Dear Cole, This mini film is simply amazing. I think it showcases the peer-pressure and vulnerability that we face when trying something new and unconventional. It also shows how there are some people in your life you have to cut out and some that are supportive, just like Joey. We have to put our egos and the fear of 'what if I fail?' aside and strive for the thing that resonates with us on a deeper level.

@dodonodens8802

3 ай бұрын

I watched it on my smallest screen my IPhone at Work today

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

@@dodonodens8802 sad!

@alchemicalalek7535

3 ай бұрын

This is so profound!

@jeremyscloset

3 ай бұрын

COLE . I ABSOLUTELY LOVED IT. This video is the 1st of a new playlist that I will watch frequently. I recall pieces of your journey as you shared those insights over the years. 2018-2019 Era. I began to think about creating videos and I was clueless. I found you from your "minimalist" video. (I think you were wearing that red shirt) lol. That shirt has some miles on it. I wanted to see how your journey went to becoming a full time youtuber. So, I began to follow you. 18,000 subs to your name. You, my friend, were the best out of the few people that I began to follow.

“I’m proud of you man” That did something me. And my eyes won’t stop tingling.

Cole just wow… I can’t even begin to tell you how much I relate to this. The interactions with friends, the conviction to better yourself, the fear of success… Wow. This was truly inspirational in every sense of the word. I’m blown away. This has definitely sparked a new sense of determination in me and belief in myself. Three months into this journey, I haven’t shared my KZread channel with any of my friends…. I think it may be time I do that. Also, all I could think about during this video was that Marianne Williamson quote - “Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure.” Thank you for this, Cole.🙏🏽

It was such a privilege to work on this with you! Thanks for always sharing how vulnerability can be part of masculinity. Cheers and HUGE congrats on this huge milestone for you!! 🎉🎉🎉

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Absolute honor to work with an incredible actor. Thank you for taking the time to be a part of this

@jeremyscloset

3 ай бұрын

That was a good video to be involved in. Glad you got the experience

@CodyDaGoat_

Ай бұрын

ur more feminine than my mom dude

This is literal masterpiece! The camera angles, the zoom in shots, the editing, the transitions, the acting, the script! These type of youtube videos are similar to a cinematic experience! Absolutely Inspirational 🥹❤️ Thanks Cole and team who is involved in it :-)

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Means a ton. We poured so much into this, I’m glad you enjoyed it

"I'm proud of you man" ngl I teared up

I've gotta say, this is a huge improvement over your past content. Not that your past content is bad, it's all excellent! But this... this was a work of art. A true masterpiece. And above all, truly an inspiration. Thank you so much for making this, and here's to many more excellent videos to come!

@nickwallenda768

3 ай бұрын

the dialogue is kind of cringe... but that's how art works so this was cool

Everyone says they want to be successful but almost no one believes they will be. Continuous steps towards your goals reshapes your mind and is the main thing that'll drive belief

@Inkironnrum

2 күн бұрын

So well said.

Thanks for letting me be a part of this, my guy! You deserve it all. Great work!

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Everyone subscribe to this man right now

Cole, it's like this short film was made for me. I want to be a fiction writer and poet, but instead I am pursuing a major that is financially and socially acceptable. But writing makes me feel alive, so damn alive. I have dreams of publishing, but I also don't hate my major? I want to be a writer AND a person with stable income through my major. I realize that I can be both. But, as you said, people are afraid that they can actually fulfill their dreams. And I am one of them. I was a ball of anxiety today, not having written anything in months and not feeling confident about my major either. But then I saw this and it made me realize that I am too much in love with the idea of that dream, that success and freedom to be the person I want to be, rather than actively working and understanding that what hardwork entails my decision of juggling these two together. And my anxiety melted away, it's like my body was at peace again. So thank you for this way too relatable wake-up call. You made a very beautiful and well-shot masterpiece. Congrats to you!❤

Excited to watch this Edit: I just finished watching this and the part that left me stumped was definitely 28:28. Oftentimes we say 'I will go to the gym tomorrow.' or 'I will start my diet tomorrow.' Yet tomorrow never seems to roll around. Everyday is a new opportunity for a change even if it feels the same as everyday. If you are reading this I hope you try something you said you would do for a long time but have been putting it off for a long time as you are waiting for that 'burst of motivation' or the 'perfect day' to roll around. Trust me it will never happen so start today, tomorrow might never come.

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Hope you enjoy

@narendwivedi3981

Ай бұрын

Hi kavya I know this a weird way to talk but can we talk can we become friends?

I’m 26 from Japan, having depression and panic attack. There’s always something I wanna do but cuz of these diagnosis, I limit myself and saying “No it’s too late you’re 26. Society doesn’t see you are worthy.” I know how it happens subconsciously but my hands are tied and having feeling that giving up is best option. That phrase “ I’m proud of you man”, I haven’t heard or got person saying like that to me nowadays so resonated with me and got time to rethink who I am. Nice video man❤

@MiguelAngelPuertos-xs4jk

3 ай бұрын

I'm 25, I'm from Mexico, I can say I'm in a similar situation but I'm doing it great, I wanna succeed in all my goals, I wanna go to university again and I have lots of plans to work, people don't matter,

@Dreestocaland

3 ай бұрын

I’m 26, I’m from the US and replying to both your comments, life is too damn short. I lost my best friend (she was 34) to cancer, had an incurable disease and lost my ability to walk. But today I walked up and down steep hills, waited on long lines and sat upright and wrote this. It’s never too late to start. That perfect day will never come. Whatever your heart says you need to do, go and do it NOW while you still have a chance.

I keep coming back to watch the last scene. I didnt go to college but worked security for a college apartment complex when i was 19 in 2016. I remember sitting in my car in between my rounds around 4 am genuinely concerned about my future and hating the world around me and the atmosphere of the scene somewhat captures what i felt when I was begining adulthood. I think education and grind culture have convinced alot of people that theres a standard path they must take in order to obtainsuperficial things or they have to suffer the fate of a not so good job like the one I had. I actually believed my life was going to miserable forever at that time. With the right amount of passion, creativity and ingenuity I think anyone can walk the path theyre really meant to in this world. This film is severly underated and I hope it gets the recognition it deserves.

everyone needs a friend like Joey and thank you for all your videos and course, Cole!

Great video, but i feel like its too late for me, i am 35, no degrees, my gf left me because i self sabotage everything. I have no joy or purpose in life, listen to him guys, your 20s really do matter the most, i am now just a loser

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Absolutely untrue. At any point in time you can completely reinvent yourself. But that requires many years of conditioning that have led you to believe it's not possible. So many instances of people your age losing it all then making an insane comeback. You got this

@Gspook19

3 ай бұрын

@@ColeHastings Thanks cole, really i needed this today! You are a great person

@nicomingelius

2 ай бұрын

Hey man look, you have it in you to change everything you just mentioned. I understand where you're coming from I really do but in the nicest way possible, you need to get over yourself. No amount of self pitty will help you out. Discipline and self respect goes a long way in this journey. I know you can do it because I know we are all capable of it. You need to show yourself and the world around you that you're a badass motherfucker so go be a badass motherfucker. Enough of the self-deprecation and just take the steps forward! You got this I believe in you.

@josue6131

Ай бұрын

Watch and learn about OG-Mandino, great lessons

@melvinbrains

16 күн бұрын

Fellow 35-year-old here. Right before turning 33, I got dumped by my girl of 6 years. I was a broke musician busting my ass and always struggling anyway. A few months later, I got a great new gig in another state. Benefits, higher pay (not that high, but my expenses are low), and most importantly, time to pursue other passions. Now I'm finally getting serious about pursuing my art, losing 100 pounds, and starting a freelance copywriting business. All things I've been putting off for years. We've still got time, man. Our 30s are not the end, they're just another life stage. We got this shit.

Damn dude you don't expect this quality from youtube, well done!

This is gold im shocked so few people have seen it

Love this Cole. That final scene, you captured it brilliantly. 'It's not personal, we're just walking different paths'. Your quality continues to get better.

Imposter syndrome reigns supreme.

Cole you out did yourself with this one you and everybody in this short film put a lot of heart into it 😁👍 also can we talk about the music selection in this video it’s top notch

This might be one of the greatest pieces of KZread content I've ever watched. I mean, just incredible and relatable for me.

I never ever comment in any video on youtube, but this one deserves the little help to make the algorithm push this beauty out towards more people

How does this not have a bajillion views man. Even if you’re not here for self-improvement, this is an amazing piece of work and a wonderful project.

Here I am on my walk and thinking to my self “am I afraid of success?” I arrive home and this video pops up and I decided to click on it. It’s exactly what I needed to hear. I do run a wedding photography business with my wife and it’s been three years, granted people have been asking for our help even though they’ve been in the game for 15 years… it’s scary everyday lol, especially since we have high standards for ourselves. Never knowing exactly if this is the correct answer. I’ve lost a lot of relationships with friends and family members, especially after quitting drinking a year ago. Thank you for the video.

this is truly so inspiring. i’m in my senior year and 18 in less than a week, but with all the stress of upcoming university, i’ve been so nervous about my future and who i’m truly going to be. it really sparked something in me when you spoke about seeing yourself in the mirror differently than the day before. i cant wait for that day to come.

Hey Cole! It took me a while to get over the craze of mindlessly watching self-improvement videos. I did gather lots of tiny bits here and there, but your authentic story telling is one of the best amongst the other on KZread. Rarely do I look at short movies on here, but as soon as I saw this I clicked and I am glad I did. It is simple and it is not like every other video, which tries to be perfect and too polished. This is good stuff and it reignited something in me. Writing is also one of my passion, but after writing so much and keeping majority in the drawer so to say, I lack the motivation to start putting it out there somehow. The scene when you were looking for the views made me think that this is something I will have to go through too and start finding people with same hobbies and goals. Mostly I try to explain the world through linguistics, especially etymology, in order to go to the roots and break down the real meanings of important words. Once when I started going down that road, it helps so much with understanding the big concepts of life. After that we can redefine those meanings, which helps to reprogram our minds and get rid of the conditioning. Words are really powerful and I know I could make a good impact on people who think the same way and even more. I want to think about thinking and talk about talking. Going over all the self-obvious Universal truths with a comb is a very important and long task and I will achieve it, even if it will take me many many years to come. Thank you, Andreas

I'm still uncertain and afraid of everything if I decide for the best that I'm holding on. I just turned 22 this day, and I thank you for this short film. I will not hold back and strive to be better, for real.

Cole this meant a lot to me, been struggling the past couple of months and this film really gave me such hope and joy. Your content has always been so helpful to me but this film shot it out of the park. Love your work bro, keep going you inspire me a lot!

COLE! I have been following you for nearly half-a-year now! Your content really help me boast myself through some really tough times and made me face the light at the end of the tunnel. THIS SHORT FILM was literally so wholesome to watch, So beautifully written and created. Can't wait to see more of this in the future! THANK YOU SO MUCH COLE FOR THE CONTENT YOU PUT OUT FOR US!

That was soooo good! The actor who played your encouraging friend was phenomenal. Your acting was really solid as well. Well done. This is my favorite thing you've made.

Love this Cole. You captured the journey of self growth so well. I too have had to let go of most of my friends, stopped drinking, deleted social media, and all I am doing is just focusing on my goals and progress. It's a lonely but fulfilling path.

Cole, my favorite part about this is looking back on the friendships I let go when high school ended, vs the friends I have kept. The guys I left behind would be the guys who’d make fun of me for wanting to be a writer/publication editor. Meanwhile, the friends I’ve kept remind me of Joey, and one of them I spent hours over spring break talking out a book idea he had and he has no desire to write anything. He’s just creative and loves to talk out ideas. Whether that book idea goes anywhere is kind of up to me, and I’d like to try but it still makes me happy knowing my friends take interest in my career and dreams. Just praying I can pick myself up and get through college. Thank you for this man

This video made me tear up a bit because I noticed the similar habit of self sabotage in myself, not exactly the same way but the getting in your own way. It is undeniable that having a friend like Joey is invaluable

Thank you for this, the part where I can relate the most is whenever you are posting the blog for the first time and not getting any results, being in that position now and knowing that you have been through it, made me realize that it all just takes time and as long as I keep posting, it will all work out. Everything is about consistency. Thank you!

Wow, I had high expectations and I'm stunned. This was so much better than I could imagine. You inspired me, Cole. Hope to see more short-films from you in the future.

Hey Dude, I think it was a mixture of your content, a much smaller youtubers content, and my trust in God that had me decide to completely overhaul my life. Thank you for being such a light to these young minds, including myself. I will graduate college in May and will be moving onto a form of higher education. I went into college with no idea what I really wanted in life and had no direction, then something popped up in a feed of mine, whether it was Instagram, KZread, or what have you. The "Nobody is stopping you but yourself" content has changed my life. I went from being directionless and filled with potential to where I am today. I realized that with enough will power, I will be able to achieve anything. I lost many of my friends and currently am fighting my struggle to get away from video games. Thank you for sharing your story and content, it was what I needed back when I needed it, and it's what I need now. Good luck in your future endeavors Cole and whoever else read this far, good luck in your life as well. Stop living the dormant life while you're consume all of this self help content. This video is your sign to get up and get your life started.

This film was just… honestly the best I’ve seen this far! I never imagined something as meaningful and relatable as this. You know what’s weird, every single time I upload a project, whether it’d be a song, an album, or even a live concert video, I always say at the end “thank you so much for listening/watching.” I think the reason why I do that is because, after releasing multiple projects and multiple videos, at first I cared about the “likes” I would get. But when I say “thank you for listening,” I would appreciate people who were actually listening, and understanding what I was singing/writing about, without caring about the likes and sh!t. At least I would know who was truly listening/watching. Thank YOU for opening my eyes and continuing to do so over the years. This visual was really meaningful all the way through.

This is weirdly similar to my own journey! I started a blog in 2017 as my first big creative project, called the Heroes Journey, sharing stories from my life to inspire others. It never really went anywhere but now I’m writing my 2nd book, an epic fantasy story called ‘The Old Guard’. I remember when I decided to become a writer, the pain of being shit at the craft and having nothing to write was so challenging to overcome, and you captured that feeling so well in this. Excellent work!

Hey, man! Usually I don't comment below your videos but this time it's unavoidable. First of all, I really appreciate the effort and thought you put into this short film. One could really see it through, for example, the positioning of the camera aswell as through the other filmographic effects. Second of all, the story telling was really good. I loved the bittersweet ending of you driving away, knowing that you'll probably never want to see these guys in the future again. At least that's what I interpreted into it. Personally, I'm also right now in the process of cutting people out of my life, who aren't a good influence for me. So thank you for the motivation for me to continue doing that. It's kinda hard for me because I avoid confrontations most of the time, which is a thing I really have to work on in the future. But I know that I'm able to achieve this goal. Lastly I want to say: "Thank you!" for your amazing work. Your videos really helped me in my everyday life and I'm really excited to hear from the other projects you have planned. Keep on going and I hope you have a fantastic day/night :)

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Thank you for all the kind words. And you did in fact interpret that ending correctly!

@infodockYT

2 ай бұрын

I saw it as maybe you felt down they haven't changed at all with you and thst you don't vibe with eachother anymore​@@ColeHastings

Cole. This was such a great video man. I saw so many reflections in this I see in myself man.. I lost my best friend from high school, over a ten year friendship, recently and it was just from me seeing we were just clearly walking down two different paths in life. The values we had weren’t aligning anymore, I was working on myself and working on changing and it felt like they were frozen in place from the day we graduated. I finally realized one day who my friends were when I noticed who came around, who celebrated with me and encouraged me to be the me I was envisioning. My old friend became more reclused and started taking advantage of our friendship and asking for favors to things I wasn’t comfortable doing, and it wasn’t asked nicely.. It helped me realize who I need to be around to grow and what energy I want to put myself in. This video feels like that growth when you realize not all old friends have to stay friends. But dude, I say all this because this film was so impressing on me and helped me feel seen man. I love writing and making music, I teach music now for a living and I’m so blessed to be doing so. I want you to know your experience is seen man, and deeply felt. ❤🎉 keep going bro

This resonates heavy, especially the ending. I stopped drinking a few years ago and took KZread seriously, eventually leading to me losing almost every real life friend I ever had. I tried getting back with them a few times, but it just wasn’t the same, I had changed but they hadn’t.

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

The goat Rendi just commented on my video, hell yeah

From a guy that watches a lot of cinema this is amazing Cole. I’ve been following you since 2020 so you’ve definitely come along way! Keep these style videos coming.

Cole, I have been watching your channel for a number of months. I am 21 and currently in community college -attempting to figure out what I want to study and do for the rest of my life. As others in the comments have said THIS FILM STRUCK A CHORD WITH ME. I wouldn’t say my greatest fear has been “being successful”, but rather looking like a fool in putting in the work to improve myself. Although valid, I’m getting to a point where I am fed up with living in fear about what others think. I realize I am going to make mistakes, I may feel embarrassed, frustrated, etc. -Alright, push on, keep going. As the film title says, nobody is stopping you, but yourself. “I would rather die of thirst than drink from the cup of mediocrity.” - Stella Artois I thoroughly enjoyed watching this! 🙌 Can’t wait to see what you do next Cole.

Perfectly encapsulates the creative journey once you finally heed the call of your truest purpose and calling. The higher self is always whispering. Great work buddy. Beautifully done.

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Thank you my friend

Dude you are truly one of the best creators on the platform. I cannot comment about the video yet because I haven't seen it and have a really huge exam tomorrow but I'll make sure to watch the video after that but I know it'll be great

Very powerful video, Cole. I'm sure it describes many people's endeavors in something challenging that may not immediately pay off, plus others may mock you for it at first. A lesson in delayed gratification, persistence, and non-conformity, surely.

One of the best things I've watched in a while. Thank you for this masterpiece cole! Long way to go!

This film was absolutely mind-blowing for me, thanks for the advice bud. I appreciate all the job youve been doing in the last years ive been following you, keep pushing. love from brazil

Well before I read any other comments, just wanna put my own authentic thoughts out there. This really was a powerful watch, even got me teary eyed during the mom phone call. It truly is bittersweet. This makes me realize that one of the biggest reasons I'm afraid to start holding myself more accountable and pursue a more fulfilling life is because I fear being seen as pompous by my day one friends. Especially as a man, it's hard to have genuine, authentic, real conversations about this stuff, but there's a quote that I feel holds true. "The more difficult conversations you have in life, the better your life will be." I'm going to really reflect on this video, and maybe even watch it again in the future, becuase I truly want to take as much as I can from it. I think it may be the case that rather than being afraid of failure, perhaps I'm more terrified of all that goes in to success. Thank you to Cole and everyone who made this possible, including any viewers reading this. I'm grateful.

Edited because my comment doesn't give your video any justice. I have watched every single video you have made for the last several years - You are an inspiration for those who dare to never give up on their dreams. Thank you, Cole.

Been a silent viewer for a few months now but felt called to comment on this video bc I can only imagine how much thought & effort went into it and I just hope you know how much you putting out your art & creativity into the world makes an impact on people you don’t even know (like me & the rest of your community!) Can definitely relate to the loneliness that comes after college when you realize your entire friendships were based on blacking out every weekend and making dumb decisions. As soon as you try to clean your life up and want better for yourself, you’ll quickly start to realize who was in your life only bc they enjoy the chaos & misery of others around them. It’s super scary stepping into the person you know you’re supposed to be, not just bc of all the hard work it takes but bc of the isolation and dedication, even if that means cutting out things and people that left you in your comfort zone. But the thing is - once you unlock that new version of yourself, there’s almost no going back to things like binge drinking, staying up playing video games, eating crap, & just self sabotaging in general bc they’re no longer worth it. Here and there is fine ofc - everything should be in balance, but you’d never want to make that your lifestyle again bc you know just how detrimental they are and you’re also now aware of how much more you deserve and are capable of. Same with friendships, once you truly love yourself why would you want keep others around that don’t love themselves, let alone want the best for you? This is an essay haha but just wanted to say I appreciate you and this short film was truly a work of art :) PS WHAT HAPPENS WITH JOEY?

I'm a high school student and I follow all your videos! I usually don't watch long videos but this one was different... I really liked how you showcased the more vulnerable side of yours and your overall progress.... really inspired me to also be more disciplined and do better at life thanks dude 🎉

Thank you so much for this video. Didnt know if I would like it at first with them more cinematic tilt but this was THE most impactful video I have ever watched. This year I have been goi g through a life coach program (metamorphic). Through it I have had a ton of resistance to progress and change. This video helped me realize that it was a fear of success and fear of the unknown. I cannot thank you enough. Had me crying my eyes out at the gym this morning. Thank you Cole

Absolutely astonishing work, Cole. I feel very related with the beggining of your blogging, when after working relentlessly, you see almost no result. I'm in the same situation, working big but with small results. You've Inspired me to keep going and be patient, thank you once again.

Cole, this was amazing! Your style in photography and writing, and its incorporation in your videos is exactly what sets you apart from other self improvement youtubers. This is probably why I've stuck on watching your videos for almost a year, while other youtubers came and go. Looking forward to your next film

Wow! Wow! Wow! Cole, you did it again! You blew my mind. And you did it so simply and beautifully. This short film was nothing short of amazing! More power to you!💕

This is really high quality and very inspiring to the core! Great job to you and everyone involved in creating this!

I rarely ever comment on videos, but this one deserves all the praise possible because it is just amazing Wonderful job, kudos Cole

I will take this and grow from my past. Thank you for telling me what I already knew but never admitted. Success is terrifying and I will take the steps I need. Even if they are hard.

This video came right on time for me, and I’m 20 so it really hits home. It’s a masterpiece! All your hard work is paying off. Keep doing what you’re doing, it’s making a big difference in all our lives.

The video is fucking awesome. A gem. Storytelling was next level and the film look was also very cool, although you could experiment with more styles (aspect ratio, camera movement, color, shot angles). Thank you for provoking me and many others to think about deep topics, and thank you for providing long form (but captivating) self improvement content like this. Keep up the good work!

About a third of the way through the short film, I thought to myself "Man, why can he do this but I can't". I immediately paused it and scrolled down to the comments to see if there was anybody else that shared my thoughts in some way that was even remotely similar, and I was thinking about what I should comment in order to get some form of recognition and/or validation. Having watched many of your videos, I stopped and thought about the purpose of this short film you made and how doing this form of rash self-validation would be defeating it. That was when I just told myself to cool it and finish the video, THEN come back to the comments section and think of what to comment, if anything at all. Now, after finishing the video, here I am writing out a comment that's definitely much different than what I was initially typing out. The short 33 minutes of this film helped me reflect just enough to realize that I've been mostly living a life of seeking validation through others, especially during my degeneracy phase in college. Obviously I'm not suddenly some changed man because if 33 minutes of my time was all I needed in order to become one, then I'd be well on my way to 'success'... but this is a step. Great job, Cole, and thank you.

@ColeHastings

2 ай бұрын

TIme to make shit happen.

I don’t really comment on your videos but I’ve been watching for years. You really put a lot of time and effort into this and it shows. Congrats man you killed it, and as someone whose trying to write comics and get it done, this really does speak to me on a spiritual level.

I remember not having a solid group of friends, or at least those I can call close, until the end of 2023. I was quite locked into my passion and making sure I finished school. Needless to say my 4 and a half years of college had many ups and downs with my social life. Dealing with social anxiety didn't help, which is something I still deal with to this day. After years of recognizing this social anxiousness, certain self-improvement habits transformed how I talked to people, my actions and behaviors in social situations, not feeling so uptight when I talked to people, and an overall feeling of openness. I've come a long way and would like to be there for others in a similar boat.

Thank you so much, I've been knowing deep down inside what I had to do for a while. I am a writer just as you, I won't hide it anymore. I am studying psychology and I love it yet I don't study with passion god knows why, I was deppressed until a few weeks ago but know I'm ok and thanks to you, I'll make sure to be even better. Thanks again, love and peace everyone

Amazing work!

I clicked on the video thinking it was an ordinary video of yours. I was pleasantly surprised as I began watching it. When you announced you were working on a short film a while ago I knew I would be great, but this is an incredible video. Not many youtube videos hit's the way this film does. The effort really paid off!

Watching this while procrastinating my homework, makes me wanna be disciplined and get things done! Thanks for always being someone we can count on Cole, this was the best video I've ever watched from you, the journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step, Have a great day man

Really hit home. Shared many experiences with this. But just never went back. Only to the group after college who encouraged my hardships on the way to success.

18:44 I turly love this shot. The camera work and direction for this scene is amazingly. And in this shot 2:06

dude... This is so fucking good - the writing, storyline, acting, cinematics, color grading, soundtrack. What a treat to watch this. You absolutely killed it brother!!

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

I appreciate it a lot man. Be in my next one?

@wamda._

3 ай бұрын

​@@ColeHastings i want u to fix it with Joey in the next one..😕

@kennygunderman

3 ай бұрын

@@ColeHastings 10000% Absolutely

Been a follower since 2020, and I've seen your progress and evolution. Tinely how I'm watching this during the (theoretically) last semester of my Master's. Congrats, Cole! Proud of you and looking forward to future content!

Cole I cannot express enough how much this has brought new light to my condition of life. I’ve been trying to go down my own path and you’ve really shown the strength it takes to make it through. Whatever I do to make it successful in this lifetime, I’ll be sure that this is one of the few things that’s brought my way of being to life.

Cole i cannot thank you enough. These videos have heavily inspired me to be better. I am currently on the self help train after many years of suffering. Thank you so much.

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Keep going my friend

This is honestly such a massive inspiration for me and such a beautiful story, thank you so much bro. It's a reminder to me that I shouldn't be afraid to achieve my dreams, I always procrastinate and have also been too afraid to just get started, I've been scared of judgement and failure. But your story has helped enlighten me and remind me that anything is possible. Thanks again for this.

@ColeHastings

3 ай бұрын

Beautiful. Now go make it happen

@steamedstew2495

3 ай бұрын

​@@ColeHastingsWill do 🫡

@rokometer8

3 ай бұрын

​@@ColeHastings what if we already achieved much but still feel incompetent?

I’m really glad I watched this on my tv instead of my phone. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed. Well done sir

that struck a chord. I think the biggest fear along the ones outlined for me is the part where you got to do it yourself and stick through the tough and lonely parts of that journey, i really wish i can look back someday and be proud of the way i came along and be proud of the person i am.

That was such an inspiring piece of a story of someone that could a lot of people relate to. It's simply amazing how a story of 30 minutes can make a person to change its life. Thanks Cole!

this is literally the most perfect piece of artwork i’ve ever watched and so motivating. i’m not a cryer but you made me cry lol i loved every minute of it!!! keep going man

Cole, you have never disappointed me when it comes to your content, but you have truly outdid yourself with this one. This is the exact thing I feel like I’ve been going through and you told me everything I needed to hear. Thank you for sharing your story with me these past couple months and I can’t wait to see what your future looks like

Never commented on you channel, but this is a pivotal point mate! From a more self help video to a more cinematic experience... damn good transition.. keep at this.

I can't explain how much this built up for me. The whole video was something to look up to and it had proffesional-like quaility. Honestly Cole, this is so beautiful! ❤

This has resonated with me. I started a blog in 2018. I feel really good about the small amount of success I had with it. But I've since let it die. I feel I'm now on a path to finding my passions and becoming who I want to be. Your videos have provided a lot of perspective and wisdom. So thank you! Anyways, Go Bills!

Top notch work brother, keep it up. I’m proud of you mang.

It’s a lonely ride to the top. Man this was a masterpiece! I’m still thinking did you end up talking to Joey ? It hard to come by friends who’s openly trying to see the best for you and encourage you. But overall this is very inspirational and motivational and I see a lot of myself in this. Job well done Cole Hastings !

Please make more video likeee this, im so attached to the story. The feeling of scarification for thing that really for u.

Hey Cole, been following you since what now? 4 years, I think? Anyway, I just wanted to say that this short film was really wonderfull and I could deffinitelly see parts of my own life reflected in it. The bad habbits, the wrong influences and also the dream of becoming a writer. I have been trying to achieve success since 8 years now and allthough I did manage to get a lot done by now I am far from my goal and you have inspired me once again. This film showed me why I actually started doing the things that I do in the first place... I really feel the connection with the matter of beeing afraid of how good you could become, if you overcome yourself and thus thanks again. I wanna go away now and just reflect on what I have to do and what I have been doing. Have a nice day Cole, this was a great watch!

Fantastic video, Cole. Very well made. Storytelling is great, and the message is so powerful. Loved it. I felt the relation. You could definitely make more like this.

Damn Bro, this was DEEP man. Thank for creating this!!! Much Love bro!

That was awesome Cole, very well done indeed from start to finish. Beautiful work. You've gone from 1 friend viewing your first blog post to now 55 million views on KZread, congratulations my friend. I wonder how that makes you feel now, my friend? And secondly, when is part 2 being released!!!??? God bless you Cole and CONGRATS ON THE EPIC SHORT MOVIE!!! ❤️❤️❤️🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

This was absolutely phenomenal, amazing work Cole. When I first heard of the idea I didn’t really see how it could be made: “a self Improvement short film?” But it’s clear to see that your vision proved it can be done. Keep it up, we need more thoughtful content like this to make us reflect.

i can very much see myself in this story. thank you for daring to put so much of yourself into this

That was beautiful. I was so engaged in the story that a half hour flew by immediately. Loved the work, keep it up Cole

@machio784

2 ай бұрын

It sounds a little cliche but this video also helped me to realize what my passion is and what I want to pursue

This is really awesome. Congrats on releasing this 👏

Cole, this is f*cking incredible!!! Every shot was so intentional and each transition was beautifully done. Brian and I absolutely loved it and are so proud of you 🥲 thank you so much for sharing your art with the world, it was insanely relatable to witness this journey you took us through (i have also been there and understand every theme here so vividly!) This was phenomenal. Period. ❤

So fucking relatable man

Really wonderful what you did man, the ending is really powerful. Staying with old friends and truly loving them instead of leaving them behind. It’s almost sacrificial. A great message for everyone.

Incredible video dude, feels like all the work you’ve been doing leading up to this came together brilliantly for this one. Beautiful, moving, in a way sad, and very inspirational at the same time

This was much needed!! Thank you!!

The best part of this whole short film was that the ending life happens for you, not against you!