Part 3/8:
The Impact of Self-Esteem
While an initial rush of subscribers may have buoyed spirits, the creator's well-being soon took a downturn. They accepted a full-time job in brand content creation, pivoting their focus from YouTube to corporate work. Unfortunately, what looked like a perfect opportunity turned into a source of stress and anxiety, which ultimately impacted their self-esteem.
Self-esteem differs from self-worth; the latter remains stable and independent of outside validation, while self-esteem fluctuates based on external feedback. This creator had stepped into an environment that undermined their established confidence, leading to feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt.