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In this video: I wanna answer some of your questions regarding FEAR. What can I do if I'm too scared to do what I love? PLUS: Things that are scaring me right now D: A million thanks to KEVIN for writing the spanish subtitleeees! Thank you Keviiiin!
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  • @VisualMind
    @VisualMind7 жыл бұрын

    "Imagine fear sitting in the back seat of your car. It's not allowed to drive, it's not allowed to define the destination. But it has room back there, it can talk to you and has a voice, but not a vote." - Elisabeth Gilbert

  • @ceciliaa9298
    @ceciliaa92987 жыл бұрын

    I'm not an artist, but I always find your lovely advice videos extremely helpful. This is super relevant for people who have anxiety and are constantly overwhelmed with fear before making any moves. Thank you Fran for always being so passionate and sharing your worldly wisdom with us! :)

  • @FranMeneses

    @FranMeneses

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you Ceciliaaaaaaa

  • @holisticmaya
    @holisticmaya7 жыл бұрын

    You know Fran, what you said about having a baby must be so distressing for you. We, the "real fans", will be there even if you leave for many months. Or even 1 year. We will still be there! If you feel stressed about it though, you could always film like 5-6 videos at the beginning of your pregnancy, and post once a month :) that way you are still present if that puts your heart at peace!

  • @onii-chanmomo7932

    @onii-chanmomo7932

    6 жыл бұрын

    That’s so smart

  • @mariannav.s.6021
    @mariannav.s.60217 жыл бұрын

    thank you. that's all. *sends a virtual hug to everyone reading this*

  • @Anna-yo8fw
    @Anna-yo8fw7 жыл бұрын

    Don't be scared, Fran! Have a baby! Me, and I think lots of people will support you for just who you are, even if you won't have time to share videos and post on instagram! For me it's usually a rollercoaster, sometimes I feel great about what I do, and next day I feel horrible and the worst. Maybe you can make a video for downtime, like a manual what to do, what to read, watch, research into to get the feeling of being good back?

  • @anac.camacho1609

    @anac.camacho1609

    7 жыл бұрын

    Anna 💜

  • @skyhorse101

    @skyhorse101

    7 жыл бұрын

    Yes please have a baby I would love to see a mini-Fran!!!!

  • @VisualMind

    @VisualMind

    7 жыл бұрын

    Omg I'm not her, but I'd love to do a video on that topic, it goes right on my list!

  • @harleystrickland8369

    @harleystrickland8369

    6 жыл бұрын

    Right? So cute!

  • @bmespo
    @bmespo7 жыл бұрын

    I have been working on a fiction book for several...umm six... years now and though I am close to done, I still haven't finished it. Sometimes I think subconsciously I am afraid to finish it because if it is done I have to put it out there in the world and it will finally be judged! Art is scary, but art is also everything

  • @nicoleschyns

    @nicoleschyns

    7 жыл бұрын

    so scary....but you can do it

  • @aianaart3443

    @aianaart3443

    7 жыл бұрын

    I feel myself identified with you... go girl we can do it!!!

  • @FranMeneses

    @FranMeneses

    7 жыл бұрын

    Bianca you're so right it hurts

  • @barelydevi7165

    @barelydevi7165

    7 жыл бұрын

    i'm with you :) you can do it ^^

  • @bmespo

    @bmespo

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @Cristina-bv4el
    @Cristina-bv4el7 жыл бұрын

    Fran, remember this: You will always be in my heart. For real. You have meant so much to me that even if you desappear right now, I would still remember you when I'm old. And it is a bit lot weird because I only know you by a screen, but that's what I feel.

  • @FranMeneses

    @FranMeneses

    7 жыл бұрын

    THANK YOU CRISTINA

  • @anac.camacho1609

    @anac.camacho1609

    7 жыл бұрын

    Cristina 💜

  • @Cristina-bv4el

    @Cristina-bv4el

    7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for being as you are : )

  • @Kairichi

    @Kairichi

    7 жыл бұрын

    Cristina omg so cute 😭😍

  • @katringlass2140
    @katringlass21407 жыл бұрын

    I just cried during this whole thing and I'm still crying. I have really bad anxiety and I've had it for years and it just doesn't get better and I've been feeling really bad the last few weeks, but this helps so much, I just wanted to say that, thank you, please don't ever be scared that you're gonna say something wrong, you always make me be better, video after video! anyway, I quit crying now. Thank you so much.

  • @SamBelgarde

    @SamBelgarde

    7 жыл бұрын

  • @camilaubillagodoy4818

    @camilaubillagodoy4818

    7 жыл бұрын

    you're gonna be ok

  • @massielrodriguez9212

    @massielrodriguez9212

    7 жыл бұрын

    I struggle with anxiety too. Some tips that can help you: 1.Don't think about what others may be thinking. If that happens don't entertaining the thought just let it go and think about something else. 2. Focus on the present moment 3. Take notes of things you like or are curious about, and do more of that. 4. workout(if you don't like the GYM just go for a walk dance at home, etc) 5. read many books, choose the ones that make you think ex: science, history, general knowledge. 6. If you are bored, don't watch random tv shows or surf the web for hours. Instead find something meaningful to do like watch a documentary, read, learn something, crafts. 7.Get a pet(the cuter the better) 8. Make things that scare you anyways, don't think just do it. 9. Remember your goal must be to be good to yourself and help others. What people may thing about you or if they approve you or not doesn't matter at all. xoxo

  • @katringlass2140

    @katringlass2140

    7 жыл бұрын

    Massiel Rodriguez thank you so much! from the bottom of my heart. it always lifts me up just seeing that people really wanna help and really care. those are some really good tips and reminders. thanks a lot for taking the time to write it all out! much love to you!

  • @massielrodriguez9212

    @massielrodriguez9212

    7 жыл бұрын

    I'm glad I was able to help :)

  • @FranMeneses
    @FranMeneses7 жыл бұрын

    Awesome Links: Valeria, a lovely fellow patron, shared this TED talk about Michelle Poler, who did 100 scary things in 100 days! kzread.info/dash/bejne/ZJiWsLSAmdTHkbA.html Extremely interesting to understand fear and what happens when we face it.

  • @aianaart3443

    @aianaart3443

    7 жыл бұрын

    Me encantó esa conferencia, gracias por compartirla!

  • @shoshandmer
    @shoshandmer7 жыл бұрын

    "Everybody is feeling scared of something." A good reminder to know you're never alone! thank you :-)

  • @tinasavy
    @tinasavy7 жыл бұрын

    ¡Hola Fran! Soy una ilustradora en proceso y tus videos siempre me ayudan a querer seguir intentando. A pesar de que ya tengo 27 años y no he logrado casi nada, seguiré intentando porque la ilustración es mi pasión. Quiero agradecerte por inspirarnos todos los días y por demostrarnos que con trabajo duro y mucho amor todo se puede. Por otro lado, me gustaría que si quieres enfocarte en otras cosas, como tener un bebé, lo hagas. Es tu vida, es tu momento y es tu decisión. Por supuesto que te extrañaremos, pero a través de todos estos años he podido descubrir que eres una excelente persona con un gran corazón, y estoy seguro que tus otros seguidores también. Lo que quiero decir con esto, es que no importa cuanto tiempo debas ausentarte aquí estaremos el día que vuelvas recibiendote con los brazos abiertos (virtualmente). Mucho éxito, Fran. Y muchas gracias :)

  • @hadleyr6945
    @hadleyr69457 жыл бұрын

    Could you tell something, to those who have never shared their art on the internet, but they really want to do it, maybe open an etsy shop too..? How to start? What would be the first step from unknowingness toward showing your art? How to do it without "pushing" it too hard towards people, but spread it without any effort? I mean, there's a lot of artists who really want to sell their art, but they do this whole "business" in a such wrong way, they want to sell soo much, that they become annoying, unpleasant. And I wouldn't like to be that one. (I hope you understand what I mean, it's hard to explain..) Because I've read a comment, a girl wrote that she opened an etsy shop, and during 2 months she couldn't sell anything, and it makes me so sad, because I know there's a lot of us, who want to give their work to others, and somehow live from what they would deserve for their work, but maybe.. something is missing. And I don't know what.. how to do it? How to do this whole proccess without make it as a "business", but with joy, make each other happy with a drawing? I don't want my fears stop me from doing what I love, but what if if I had the courage to start, but after I realise it doesn't work? I could feel what that girl is feeling and I don't think she deseves this, or any of us, so it would be really precious if we could get some advice from you. I know there isn't a "recipe" how to start this thing succesfully, and do it right, but I'm curious what do you think about it, what have you experienced beside being scared in the very first time when you opened your shop? How did it go at the beginning? Thank you in advance if you will answer to my questions! I'm really grateful that you exist!

  • @FranMeneses

    @FranMeneses

    7 жыл бұрын

    Hey Hadley! I just screen-captured your comment so I can do a video about this, thank you so much for your question!

  • @sablewings2693
    @sablewings26937 жыл бұрын

    Fear of disappointment, whether it be others or yourself is a big part of being so passionate about something. It's a gnawing sensation, but working through the pain is worthwhile.

  • @sarambernardino
    @sarambernardino7 жыл бұрын

    I really loved this video, it was so inspiring and it's amazing that you exposed yourself so much. Talking about our fears, feeling and dealing with them is already so hard sometimes and videos like this, where you are just showing your human side so bluntly are very important. Thank you :)

  • @somebodyelsa
    @somebodyelsa7 жыл бұрын

    what a lovely video, Fran! Thank you for sharing your fears. I find you even more badass now that you shared those. I guess my main fear right now is not knowing if I'm going to "succeed" as I want too. It's hard to remove yourself from your own situation and be objective and focus on the good side of things. The fact that you feel like you need help in your shop (I know how time-consuming it can get) can only be a good thing. And as an outsider, I can objectively tell you you're not going to stop there.

  • @coucouillustration9363
    @coucouillustration93637 жыл бұрын

    You're such a great inspiration for me, I feel very thankful everytime I see a post from you on social medias or youtube, because it is really kind of you to share all of that with us ! So thank you very much Fran, for taking the time to speak to us, for talking about your process, your thoughts, your fears... that is so helpful ♥

  • @cattaleacres
    @cattaleacres7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this. It really means a lot to have someone else relate their own fears and how they work through them on a daily basis. You rock!

  • @pixie-pie1173
    @pixie-pie11737 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing this video Fran! Your work always brings me joy, and your videos keep me inspired. I definitely experience a lot of fear around my artwork, and it definitely holds me back. But I'm working on it, and videos like this help so much. Xxx💕

  • @AH-qy6nh
    @AH-qy6nh7 жыл бұрын

    I'm really happy to have found your videos. It's nice to know that other people share your struggles. Thanks so much!

  • @BrittanyChenteale
    @BrittanyChenteale7 жыл бұрын

    I love these advice videos, and although i've been selling online for a long time, it's nice to hear what you have to say and a lot of it is really reassuring. I'm loving watching you grow and I cant wait to see where your art takes you!

  • @claireisacamel
    @claireisacamel7 жыл бұрын

    You are SO articulate about this!! I love it! It's totally okay to be scared and do the thing anyway!!

  • @laurapenuela9205
    @laurapenuela92057 жыл бұрын

    Hey Fran! you have been a great inspiration for all of us, you only have to say every day, the best are yet to come! Have a nice week too!!

  • @makalistic888
    @makalistic8886 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for being so honest and for sharing your fears with us !! It really helps to see that other people are feeling the same way and that they can move forward :D

  • @fenixdorigami
    @fenixdorigami7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video! You don't know how much it helps me try to defeat fear for an instant and keep trying to do new stuff.

  • @Shmooysmell
    @Shmooysmell7 жыл бұрын

    Your videos are always incredible, but this one is my favorite. You'll never lose me as a fan! I'm so happy you've made it to where you are, and I'm excited to see where you go!

  • @sacredlotus9622
    @sacredlotus96227 жыл бұрын

    OMG you're adorable! So down to earth and relatable :) I just stumbled across you're videos and this has given me the push to start selling my work. I'm super scared of posting work and nobody being interested in it, but I will do it anyway. Thank you!! x

  • @dinrubens9236
    @dinrubens92367 жыл бұрын

    I love you, Fran! Thank you so much for what you do. It means a lot for me. Every time when i feel bad about my contact with illustration i'm going to you.And it always helps. I'm waching you maybe 8 months or something like that. Thank you for being with me. :

  • @theculinarybrain5932
    @theculinarybrain59327 жыл бұрын

    "I want this so bad, but I am not willing to deal with this right now, because I don't want the possibility of failure(...)." - That's exactly how I feel ... all the time! 1. I start. 2. While working on it I am not satisfied with my level of expertise anymore. I feel like I won't be good enough to do it. 3. Suddenly I am afraid of failing again. 4. So I stop. Somehow hearing this from another "artistic" person gave me hope to overcome that train of thought!

  • @keeleysmyth8748
    @keeleysmyth87487 жыл бұрын

    You are such an inspiration 💕 You are fricking adorable and so kind 💕 Do whatever makes you happy and know that we will all be here behind you when you need us 💕 You have given us so much 💕

  • @lobbyyeung8553
    @lobbyyeung85535 жыл бұрын

    Thank god that I found this youtube channel. You're truly an angel 💜 when you talk about going through your fear. I am trying to switching myself to be a full time artist. Knowing that there is someone who had been there & telling me about what I can do is really powerful. Love you!

  • @Zoomfreaky
    @Zoomfreaky7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your bravery of exposing your fears. Very inspiring. It helps. Thanks so much! Love to watch your video's, they make me smile.

  • @jiyeonlee2087
    @jiyeonlee20877 жыл бұрын

    Thank you fran!! And for all the artist out there trying to make it...YOU CAN DO IT!!! Kudos.

  • @KalyssaB
    @KalyssaB7 жыл бұрын

    I LOVE your pink hair so much oml. But hey I really love this advice along with your video about drawing bodies and posture! So helpful!

  • @noovernightguests
    @noovernightguests7 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran! You are such a sensitive, generous and lovely human. I appreciate you sharing your thoughts on fear and anxiety with all of us.

  • @betterfasterstranger
    @betterfasterstranger7 жыл бұрын

    I just came across your channel in recommended videos (yay for the algorithm!) thankyou for saying everything here, you're great! And so right, action is always the best way to deal with fear (and most things, really). And go make your new human, the world needs more of you in it, and putting yourself in another person means the impact you have on the world can live on through them... xx

  • @bayba4366
    @bayba43663 жыл бұрын

    Love you Fran. And no matter how long you will be absent I will be supporting and admiring you and your work. Even though not much I can do now days but still I am a big fan of you. ♥️

  • @hamsterboycartoonist965
    @hamsterboycartoonist9657 жыл бұрын

    Great video! I feel like this can apply to pretty much anyone, we all have something we fear of but if we could just push through that fear we are all capable of amazing things.

  • @tinytofubunny
    @tinytofubunny7 жыл бұрын

    Love this video Fran! You are always so inspiring and motivating 😊 I'd love to see a video from you talking about starting an etsy shop for the first time - advice, how to do it, what we should know, what to start with etc.

  • @manifiesto2476
    @manifiesto24767 жыл бұрын

    Fran you are the best! You just makes me realize i am afraid! Thank you ! And your advice and kindness makes everything much easier! As Ed says, don't worry, everything is gonna be ok!

  • @johannajonasson9773
    @johannajonasson97737 жыл бұрын

    Seriously, I love you. So inspiring to hear you adress this & also share that you are finally where probably most illustrators want to be. I am convinced your success goes hand in hand with your authenticity. Don't ever change, only move forward of course. But you are awesome

  • @dianabloom3937
    @dianabloom39377 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the great advice Fran! 😄 so many things are so scary to me right now as a graphic designer/ Illustrator who graduated yesterday. 😛 and it was really nice to hear that everyone has fears and that it's better to just face them head on. 😊

  • @mimko1991
    @mimko19914 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran, I like you very much. Your advise are so true and so useful for me. I have the same problem now. I keep thinking so much and afraid of the unknown and failure.And this video comes up, that give me the courage to start and deal with my fears. Thank you so much😊

  • @hannahrobinson5227
    @hannahrobinson52277 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for your advice in this lovely video! It's encouraging me to start a very overwhelming project that I really want to do, but keep putting it off because I felt too scared to do it, which is writing​ and illustrating my own picture book!

  • @ceciliarodriguez1682
    @ceciliarodriguez16827 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran! Honestly this video is just what I wanted, it was like the universe knew to align the timing of this with what I am going through. I just got out of being in a huge fight and I just opened a Patreon. I've had all this anxiety and fear for the past week, I'm going to be honest, your video calmed so many of my fears that have been bubbling at the surface and made me think: It will be fine. Thank you for creating such a great and inspirational video. I hope you have a fantastic day!

  • @mirstage
    @mirstage7 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this little video. It is a brave thing just to talk about fear. I have let my fears become road blocks too many times. I am trying to do little brave things every day right now to change the direction of my life. It helps me to hear others going through the same things.

  • @andyalexis5963
    @andyalexis59637 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video Fran!!! I guess being scared really comes with the job. But despite of that, being scared lets you be stronger and makes you a fighter and we're soooo happy how great of an illustrator you've become! Continue making your masterpieces, Fran! All the loveee 💕

  • @Sunshine2303
    @Sunshine23037 жыл бұрын

    I'm really happy that KZread recommended me your videos. The title of this video is sooo~ me right now, trying to find the courage to put out there my drawing. You're a great source of inspiration!

  • @TheM0desta
    @TheM0desta7 жыл бұрын

    Nice video. I think its so true that all artists are scared in similar ways. No matter how successful you become you fear losing that success, or not improving on it. Thanks for this!

  • @KizzleTheKonqueror
    @KizzleTheKonqueror7 жыл бұрын

    My first video I've watched of you and I think you are freaking AWESOME. Thank you for this, and I look forward to watching more and seeing you succeed!!

  • @aurorek3482
    @aurorek34827 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran! Thank you so much for your videos, they really are a ray of sunshine each and every time! I'd like to see a video on your inking process one day, I'm always fascinated with how you do not put outline everywhere and how much it makes your work special :) you and Ed take care! :)

  • @Mel-eo9ub
    @Mel-eo9ub7 жыл бұрын

    Hey! It's my first time watching any of your videos, and I adore your honesty and how open you are with your followers. And just so you know, from one artist/mom to another, having a baby doesn't take up your time half as much as you think it will, specially in the first few months, you can totally do both and enjoy them to the fullest, and it will be totally worth it because a baby will teach you how to love the way you never have before and maybe when they're a little older, they can appreciate your work too

  • @nataliacardonapuerta
    @nataliacardonapuerta7 жыл бұрын

    Fran! We will always, always love you...you are my biggest inspiration! Every time I feel sad, that I feel doubting myself and my art I come to your channel! Thank you! from the bottom of my heart, your experiences, the way you encourage all of us sometimes bring to tears of joy..because I don't feel so alone anymore. You are awesome don't be afraid! We will always be here for you.

  • @danielaravenous
    @danielaravenous7 жыл бұрын

    You deserve everything that you have Fran, and you help and inspire many people. Just keep being you.

  • @RavenOfCen
    @RavenOfCen7 жыл бұрын

    I really appreciated you making this video. I'm trying to get started with my own artistic career and I constantly put things off and self sabotage because of all of my anxiety and low confidence. Doing one thing a day that's "scary" sounds like something I'm going to try to implement to start getting my own art off the ground.

  • @chellirey3040
    @chellirey30406 жыл бұрын

    I love you Fran! I’m a beginning artist too and right now, this hits home because I’m terrified of starting my own KZread channel and creating my own merch. But thank you. You are so authentic and I love your vlogs and honestly, KZreadrs like you make me feel not alone in my creative journey :)

  • @katkelliher8197
    @katkelliher81977 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this video! I (and many others) really needed to hear this. Sometimes it's comforting to know that other people have the same worries/fears that you have. It makes you feel like you aren't so alone during a hard time. So thank you very much for this ❤️ Also, if you want a baby you should have one! Or at least rest assured that if that's what you decide, people who have truly connected to you and your work wish you well and will still be interested in your work and in what you have to say when you come back. And really all life experiences, especially a big one like becoming a mother, will just add depth to your life experience. And in turn will add depth to your creativity, and it will likely make you a better artist for the experience. Trust your gut, fulfill your needs 💙😊

  • @thereikiforest4843
    @thereikiforest48437 жыл бұрын

    This is the first video of yours I have seen and I just want you to know that I look forward to more. Your energy is awesome and your advice is on point and timely! Thank you so much! Bright Blessings & Reiki Hugs! Namaste

  • @norelislee5310
    @norelislee53107 жыл бұрын

    You will never lose us! We will always support you and follow your journey through life. Sigue hacia adelante chica! Te amamos!

  • @christianaodum6408
    @christianaodum64087 жыл бұрын

    Oh, dear Fran. Thank you so much for sharing this and for being so honest about your fears. I found this video encouraging and I can't thank you enough for being the source if encouragment I needed today. I can't explain how meaningful it is to have someone relate to my fears and tell me it's okay. I've been thinking about starting to sell some of my art, but am scared to take that leap, so this has been so helpful. Much love to you. Xo

  • @joyabbott5844
    @joyabbott58447 жыл бұрын

    I love your honesty, you show all the bad and glamorous side of illustration. Go girl xxx

  • @manojs2410
    @manojs24105 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran U were amazing. Am so thankful I saw ur video today. My fears have been stopping me from starting my educational startup for many years now. I fear of rejection, loss of reputation, trouble some customers, having no time off, etc. I feel I have watched a real experience sharing video which isn't one of those philosophical or the theoretical thing. And when I read many of the comments, am experiencing a sudden state of peace within, seeing that am not alone and probably most of the people who want to do business or do something by themselves face!

  • @victoriariosnunez200
    @victoriariosnunez2007 жыл бұрын

    Ay Fran que eres bacán

  • @dehueso
    @dehueso7 жыл бұрын

    Tus vídeos llegan siempre cuando más los necesito y no sé a qué nivel darte las gracias.

  • @peglakanta
    @peglakanta7 жыл бұрын

    I could never hate or dislike you! Whatever content you share I enjoy it because you are so genuine and interesting. Sub for life!

  • @montsecastellano1807
    @montsecastellano18077 жыл бұрын

    you are doing great, keep being that way. we all have our fears and is best to accept them and don't take them very seriously :) you are wonderful.!

  • @artbyraquel
    @artbyraquel7 жыл бұрын

    You are not going to loose anything love! What goes around comes around and you are giving so much to us! Many thanks for all the positive energy that you always bring to your channel and your work! I always love it! I share the same fears, including the one about having a baby being a freelance illustrator with so much to do everyday on my list. I guess all artists feel the same about it. Oh! By the way, I have tickets for next week East London Comics & Arts Festival and finally I will be able to meet you in person! I am looking forward to it! I'm a member of the AOI and I'll attend the talk that you have with them. So exciting! Love from London Fran. XX

  • @alvarorubio1481
    @alvarorubio14817 жыл бұрын

    Fran, no sé cómo agradecerte este vídeo. Poder empatizar con alguien que ha conseguido tanto nos hace ver a los que aún estamos en la franja de ilustradorxs noveles que es posible hacer realidad lo que nos propongamos. Muchas gracias, de verdad!! un abrazo enorme :)

  • @nerdiHijabi
    @nerdiHijabi7 жыл бұрын

    You articulated this so well. I've been sitting on all my projects for so long because creating and putting out content on the internet is so scary but damn, I want to do it so bad. In recent weeks I've taken small steps to create some things and share them. It feels good but I know I have so much more to create. Your advice on doing one small scary thing at a time is exactly what I needed to hear. Love this video!

  • @melissalai8173
    @melissalai81737 жыл бұрын

    I so super appreciate this video because I've been struggling with fear of pursuing things that will further along my dream to the point that I'm practically self sabotaging myself 😭😭😭 it's so hard to try and conquer it but the least we can all do is attempt something risky but potentially good every day! It really comes down to if you desire your dream enough to chase it rather than succumbing to fear

  • @jmngo93
    @jmngo936 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video Fran! I am currently thinking of quitting my full time job as a package designer to pursue illustration. I just love it! And I've been binging all your videos these past few days. You are so inspiring for me in this time of my life. You've got a new Franfan here! Your wisdom from your experience has been super helpful and I feel less afraid to actually pursue and not be afraid of failing at what I love to do. Thank you so much!

  • @MsGnor
    @MsGnor7 жыл бұрын

    Your work is charming Fran! Best of luck to you. I'm sure having a child will give you endless inspiration, perhaps new target market. I absolutely loved your 'Ghost Therapy' illustration. Your sense of humour shines through your stuff xxxx

  • @maliheyd8054
    @maliheyd80547 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for your honesty! Your such a big inspiration for me and I'm over the moon happy that I found your channel. I'm a young freelance textile designer and illustrator and besides my fears of dealing with my etsy shop and social media presence the biggest problem for me is that my family doesn't understand my work and career choices and questions every step I'm taking towards becoming an artist and make a living... So again thank you for your advice, your videos etc you can't imagine how much I appreciate this! Much love from Germany :*

  • @saraandersson6542
    @saraandersson65427 жыл бұрын

    Fran, this was EXACTELY what I needed right now. THANK YOU

  • @CodyBrownDesign
    @CodyBrownDesign7 жыл бұрын

    Just getting into creating my own tutorial/motivational videos myself, and this is really helpful! You're an incredible artist and I think I can speak for everyone that it's awesome you're sharing your knowledge and experience with us!

  • @Chantkiya
    @Chantkiya7 жыл бұрын

    Gracias Fran por abrirte y compartir !! me encanta eso de ti y de tus videos !! y necesitaba tanto escuchar eso de alguien a quien admiro!!!

  • @yaelramirezarana4566
    @yaelramirezarana45667 жыл бұрын

    Hi Fran, I love your videos they're always so fun to watch and so helpful. The thing I struggle the most with is I don't really understand any administrative or financial process, that's intimidating to me. I have every intention of running my own studio but all those things I don't understand like contracts and stuff are what keep me from actually doing it. I love every advice you give and I'm a huge fan.

  • @emilyrosewright507
    @emilyrosewright5074 жыл бұрын

    “Be scared - but do something about it!” Thanks Fran!! I have never believed it when people compliment my work, but I just started the artists way, and the morning pages have been helping me work through some stuff. Sending love your way, what a scary video for you to make I imagine, but it was so good to hear!

  • @jawarablake
    @jawarablake7 жыл бұрын

    Awww kiddo. We will always be fans. I get nervous with every step I make with my work too. It's nice to know I'm not the only one.

  • @emilyrenee243
    @emilyrenee2437 жыл бұрын

    I love that you express your fears. I think a lot of us out here are scared. But this is very motivating.

  • @kyrajames8041
    @kyrajames80416 жыл бұрын

    Thank you ❤️💖 tommorow is the big day that I start my own Etsy shop and I have been terrified for weeks about this. Right now it’s been the case of doing the small steps one at a time. But doing them, acting- like you said. I have no clue what is coming next... its a bit overwhelming. Your thoughts have helped me feel so much less alone. Wishing you the best. ❤️❤️💕❤️

  • @aspektx
    @aspektx7 жыл бұрын

    drawing while listening is the best. Aristotle said that courage is not the absence of fear, but right action in the presence of fear.

  • @Spidercandy957
    @Spidercandy9577 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video! I'm also at this starting point of my art career and hearing this from you, an artist I really admire, is really inspiring! Todos tus vídeos me inspiran a seguir creando arte!

  • @magdaspyra3487
    @magdaspyra34875 жыл бұрын

    love you so much and its so great you are talking about this topics everybody has to deal with, but no-one is talking about. In my life I am one of those people saying out loud what everybody is thinking, but to scared to say. Thats a little frustrating, because when no-one talks about being scared, everybody thinks he is the only one who is scared 🤔

  • @harigelita
    @harigelita6 жыл бұрын

    You're gonna be OK. I admire that you have gotten this far. You and your work are such an inspiration. Take rests. Take intervals. I think. :) Good luck!

  • @pcrid76sketches83
    @pcrid76sketches837 жыл бұрын

    I completely understand the fear you're explaining, Fran. I have my first Gallery showing in October this year and I have to make new art content to display, print, and price. Outside of doing the actual artwork, which I've procrastinated in creating lately, i don't know how to go about doing the rest. Pricing my work is really playing with my insecurities right now. Anyway, I know I'll eventually get too busy to worry when the deadline draws near and I have no choice but to get to work but in the meantime, I'm overwhelmed by the fear. Thanks for talking about this and making us feel like we're not alone.

  • @sabrinac.6442
    @sabrinac.64427 жыл бұрын

    Gracias c: Creo que no somos pocos los que seguimos tu carrera con cariño porque realmente de una forma u otra tus palabras nos llenaron de la inspiración (y algo de valor) para tomar decisiones importantes en nuestras vidas. Siendo asi, cualquier decisión personal que tomes no creo que afecte de forma irreversible nuestra conexión con vos. Es más sería interesante porque habrían cambios y crecerías y tendrias nuevas experiencias! Otra vez gracias! Pd: Aprovecho para agradecerte a vos y Ed por volver con el podcast. Sus reflexiones y su dinámica lo hacen algo fantástico y muy disfrutable. Me gustaria que tuvieran otro podcast mas allá del libro (se puede soñar jaja)

  • @RawWrtochi19
    @RawWrtochi197 жыл бұрын

    I feel like you are a therapist, always giving such good advice, I love it ❤️ you are truly an inspiration on various level to all of the people around the world watching you hesitating on whether they should go ahead and share their art. Good job Fran 👍🏻❤️

  • @anastasiavasylchyshyna1548
    @anastasiavasylchyshyna15487 жыл бұрын

    I have a huge reason to learn English - it is you. Fran, I just love you, you inspire me all the time and I want to thank you. You help me to try something new every day and do not stop. I have never written comments before, but I am watching you about a year or more and I believe in you. Thank you for your fears, advices, beautiful arts, for your laught and smiles. Thank you for all.

  • @artofevie7562
    @artofevie75627 жыл бұрын

    Fran, I would never unsubscribe, you are an inspiration always. Look after yourself, go after what it is you want from life, don't be afraid.

  • @BarbaraMerryGeng
    @BarbaraMerryGeng3 жыл бұрын

    Incredible ! Thank you for opening this discussion ; about experiencing fears of success & fears of loss .. These are primordial natural fears that many of us experience & yet do not understand. It is ironic that the lack of self -understanding aggravates the initial problems of fears & so there is a spiral. The solution is to feel the fear & then take action. Not action towards the fear per se’ , but action as in doing an activity. It should be something concrete & tangible, something you can see & feel results immediately, like cleaning, gardening, fixing your kitchen, doing errands, stuff like that. The point of taking action is to train your body to stay active - in spite of feeling very uneasy. It will train you to have confidence in “making moves ..” Progress & confidence is built up over time .. little by little. This is the real work !

  • @proyc95
    @proyc957 жыл бұрын

    we always feel scared of losing things we possess. it's like the nature of things and everything from people to work. In the past couple of days I've started being my own motivator and best friend. And yes, i try DO something about the things I fear too. thank you for sharing your thoughts and fears with us Fran

  • @debbiejoysart8128
    @debbiejoysart81287 жыл бұрын

    Wishing you BEST wishes, too.. You, Holly and so many other 'you tubers' are greatly appreciated. Take care. D

  • @FranMeneses

    @FranMeneses

    7 жыл бұрын

    thank you Debbie! :3

  • @annalolaxillustration3630
    @annalolaxillustration36307 жыл бұрын

    I've been kind of stuck in my work and career because of this fear. And deep down I know it's so dumb because if I'm too scared to even try, nothing's ever going to happen! Your videos are always so helpful and inspiring, you've got a lot of wisdom in that head of yours :)

  • @anabelenmusica
    @anabelenmusica7 жыл бұрын

    Hola Fran! No hace mucho sigo sus aventuras, creo que empecé el año pasado cuando me la topé por casualidad. Soy de Costa Rica y quisiera agradecerle mucho por toda la dedicación y el amor que le pone a cada video y proyecto que realiza. Sus videos me inspiraron a seguir mis sueños y solo quiero decirle que no tenga miedo, un corazón tan grande como el suyo, capaz de ir por lo que ama y de regalar alegría a los demás, puede enfrentarse a todas las oportunidades nuevas que se presenten. Siga adelante, siempre va a tener quién la apoye. :)

  • @co.8047
    @co.80477 жыл бұрын

    Estaba necesitando un video así! Muchas gracias, Fran! Y yo solamente puedo hablar por mí pero a mí me encanta lo que hacés y tu hermosa forma de ser. Así que, si por algún motivo decidís tomarte un tiempo de tu canal o de la ilustración o lo que sea, cuando vuelvas te recibiré de la misma forma y me pondré súper contenta de que regreses. Así que, en mi caso, no perderías cariño ni nada! Y no dejes de hacer otros planes en tu vida por miedo a perder audiencia. Un abrazote enorme y gracias de nuevo

  • @Conversechic3953
    @Conversechic39537 жыл бұрын

    How anyone can give this video a thumbs down is insane! Fran you are so genuine and amazing, and I love watching your videos more than any others! ❤️❤️

  • @pinklou4598
    @pinklou45987 жыл бұрын

    Love your videos fran, always makes me feel better about progressing ❤

  • @sabrinadeeart7083
    @sabrinadeeart70837 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for this video, Fran! It's really inspirational and gives me just a little bit more courage as I'm going through this exact fear right now with overcoming my fear of opening up my own shop and illustrating/designing my own stuff to sell while also working as a full-time graphic artist for a company and creating work that - yes - I am paid for and it gets me through rent and the bills, but also is very unsatisfying and leaving me wanting more time to create things from the heart.

  • @vintageseller3198
    @vintageseller31987 жыл бұрын

    You are so kind. Thank you for helping me to believe in myself more.

  • @charogodoy8606
    @charogodoy86067 жыл бұрын

    Fran, es imposible que te odiemos. Al menos yo no podría hacerlo nunca. Desde que te encontré y ví tus videos, me has ayudado como no tienes idea (incluso me has salvado de seguir eligiendo una vida lejos de ser lo que soy u.u). No olvides que todo esto que te esta ocurriendo SERÁ hasta donde tu quieras que sea, por mas que te vaya bien/mal, por mas que lo disfrutes/sufras, es tu gran experiencia, y tu voluntad decidirá el final feliz de esta etapa soñada en la que vives (o no??). PD: mil gracias por estar para todos nosotros y mucho éxito para este gran nuevo negocio!!!