Chin Yong Shen Nicholas

Starting before I was ready I want to share my thoughts on the power of "just getting going" - a principle that has transformed my life across multiple domains. In this episode, I dive into my personal experiences with running, podcasting, and creative pursuits to illustrate why waiting for the perfect moment often holds us back from achieving our goals. Through my journey - from barely being able to run a kilometer at a 12-minute pace to now comfortably running 10K, and from making videos with a Nokia phone strapped to a stick to running a professional home studio - I demonstrate how consistent effort leads to remarkable progress over time. This episode is particularly relevant for anyone standing at the crossroads of wanting to start something new but feeling held back by fear, uncertainty, or perfectionism. I share insights about the nature of creative work, the misconceptions about mastery, and why the beginning of the year is the perfect time to take action on your goals. My message is clear: you already have everything you need to start - what matters most is taking that first step. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction and New Year Reflections 2:15 - First Podcast Experience and Perfectionism 4:30 - Personal Running Journey and Progress 8:45 - Instant Gratification vs. Realistic Goals 11:20 - Advice for Young Artists and Creatives 14:30 - The Myth of the 10,000 Hour Rule 16:45 - Art, Validation, and Creative Response 20:00 - The Importance of Starting and Taking Action 20:30 - Closing Thoughts on Personal Growth Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas, a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!

How to be intentional with your goals I explore what happens after you "just get going." Many of us face confusion about direction once we start our journey. Using my unique "Arrow with String" theory, I break down how to be intentional with your goals while maintaining flexibility in your path. Drawing from personal experiences in filmmaking, fitness, and creative pursuits, I explain why having an end in mind helps navigate the journey, even when the path isn't clear. Timestamps: 0:00 - Introduction and Recap 1:19 - The Problem with "Just Starting" 2:15 - Dealing with Contradicting Information 3:54 - The Seasons of Life Approach 7:24 - The Arrow Theory Explained 8:30 - Balancing Wandering and Intention 11:19 - Learning from Failed Projects 12:12 - Setting Realistic Goals and Closing Thoughts on Taking Action Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas, a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!

Why You Don't Need Everything Now In this January reflection episode, I dive deep into why rushing to achieve everything at once might be holding you back. Drawing from personal experiences, I explain my strategic approach to 2025 and why I plan extensively throughout 2024 instead of taking immediate action. I address common concerns about societal pressures, especially in your 20s, and share insights on why taking a slower, more intentional approach might be the key to sustainable success. 0:00 - Introduction and January Reflections 3:15 - The Power of Long-Term Planning 7:30 - Avoiding the "Do Everything Now" Trap 11:45 - Dealing with Societal Pressure in Your 20s 15:20 - The Seasons Approach to Personal Growth 18:30 - Research Project Updates 21:45 - Future Content Direction 24:00 - Closing Thoughts Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas (NickyAdopt is my online name), a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!

How to Succeed Without Anyone's Approval I introduce the concept of "With or Without You Energy" - a transformative mindset that has revolutionized my approach to personal and professional growth. Using the metaphor of building a sandcastle, I explain why waiting for others' approval or participation can be the biggest obstacle to your success. Drawing from personal experiences in content creation and entrepreneurship, I demonstrate how embracing independence in your journey can lead to authentic growth and naturally attract the right people to your mission. Time stamps 0:00 - Introduction to With or Without You Energy 2:30 - The Sandcastle Metaphor Explained 5:15 - Breaking Free from External Validation 8:45 - Dealing with Negative Feedback 11:20 - Building Independence in Creative Work 14:30 - The Long Game Perspective 17:45 - Practical Applications 20:00 - Closing Thoughts on Self-Reliance Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas (NickyAdopt is my online name), a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!

How Learning Love Languages Helps Better My Relationships In this Valentine's season special, I share a unique perspective on love languages that go beyond romantic relationships. Drawing from personal experiences and business leadership insights, I explain how understanding love languages can transform all professional and personal relationships. Through candid stories about my journey with rejection and self-discovery, I reveal why many relationships fail despite good intentions and how proper communication of love languages can bridge these gaps. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction to Love Languages 2:15 - Beyond Romantic Relationships 3:21 - Common Relationship Mistakes 05:04 - Self-Discovery Journey 06:25 - Growth in Relationships 09:19 - Valentine's Reflections, Closing Thoughts on Love Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas (NickyAdopt is my online name), a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!

Small Steps, Big Results: The Power of Incremental Growth I share my journey from struggling with vlogging to confidently creating content, revealing how small, consistent steps led to significant transformation. Through personal stories about content creation, fitness, and life planning, I explain why trying to achieve everything at once can be counterproductive. Using real examples from my Minecraft gaming experience to current projects, I demonstrate how embracing incremental progress leads to sustainable success and why rushing in your 20s might be holding you back from real achievement. TIME STAMPS: 0:00 - Introduction and Vlogging Journey 4:15 - The Power of Small Steps 5:42 - Why Rushing Fails 07:40 - The Minecraft Life Lesson 10:10 - Age and Achievement Pressure, Measuring Progress 15:00 - Final Thoughts on Growth Connect with me: Email - Chinyongshennicholas@gmail.com Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/nicholaschinys/ Medium - https://medium.com/@chinyongshennicholas Stay updated: Website - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/ Email Community - https://www.chinyongshennicholas.com/email-community Podcast on the go: Spotify - https://open.spotify.com/show/5VCynGtQfrjWb1F0aws7Rt?si=709187ddeb4b4e9d Who am I: I'm Nicholas (NickyAdopt is my online name), a Singaporean filmmaker and digital creator. Through my videos, I explore life's big questions and invite you to join me in contemplating our place in the universe. Let's embark on this journey of self-discovery together!