365 Days Left

Hey there,

During the spring of 2020, I had this feeling in my body that I just couldn't seem to get rid of. It was like having an itch, the kind that you truly can't ignore. 

For a long time, I had been working as a film photographer on the side of my regular employment. But the films I made were always for others. Films that would make their dreams come true – but not really my own.

Then one day, when the lukewarm spring sun had reached its highest point above my little cabin, it hit me. The question of "what if I gave it my all to become successful on YouTube?". 

On that same day, I started setting the wheels in motion. I wrote a long document, that I named "The Plan to Grow", which I filled with pages containing my ideas for a channel name, people I wanted to cooperate with and ideas for what content to share. 

I started to scratch the itch. It was as if I had carried a small seed within me, that I suddenly decided to water – and from that moment on, there was no return.

I told myself that I would give it a year. 365 days to go all in with my project, in order to succeed. I promised myself that, a year from that moment, I would be able to look back and feel nothing but pride over my dedication to the cause.

I remember it so clearly. How I gently asked Christine if it would be OK if I gave this project my all. I asked, because I knew that it would probably mean that I would get very caught up within my own bubble, the way you do when you committ fully to something special. She gave me a big, supportive smile and said "OF COURSE!". 

I then started to publish a new YouTube video every week. And quite honestly, I didn't have much of a life besides creating my videos. Every minute of every day was spent either creating, learning about how to make it on YouTube or thinking of TouTube.

Only a few months later – on August the 30th to be exact – I published a video. In my eyes, it wasn't anything extraordinary, just a documentation of a perfectly normal day in my cabin. I uploaded it and went on with my life, without giving it much thought. But then it happened...

The video went viral. And just like that, I had gone from ~700 subscribers, to 70 000 in just a few weeks.

When thinking about this, I cannot help to think of a favorite quote of mine. Known by the famous, Swedish skier and legend Ingemar Stenmark: "I don't know anything about luck, but the harder I train, the luckier I get."

So, my friend, let me ask you this: What would be possible for YOU, if you dedicated 365 days to pursuing your passion or dream? 

So many seem to collect dreams, without ever taking the proper actions to realize them. Without ever trying to go after what they most want in life. Don't become one of them. Don't wait until later. 

I challenge you to get started with your own version of my "The Plan to Grow" document. Today.

The A-frame In Progress

I'm sure by now you haven't missed out on my A-frame project. It's been a dream of mine to finally create this space for myself and my work, for quite some time now. So imagine my excitement to see it all come to life!

In my latest YouTube video I take the time to answer all of your questions, regarding my A-frame. I let you in on what it costs, how it works with the permits, why I choose this particular model and much more. 

Haven't seen it yet? No worries! Just click on the button below and it will take you there in an instant!

I actually made a second video too. In it I bring you along while doing a little cabin makeover. And Christine had no idea about it 😇

The best and cheapest way to get access to my video about the surprise hallway renovation, is with the CuriosityStream and Nebula bundle deal.

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My Top Three

🎥 YouTube Channel: Dani Connor

Dani Connor is a wildlife photographer, with a very special connection with squirrels. I really love her channel – and I think you would too. Actually, Dani and I are planning on meeting up in January to film something quite special together. I cannot wait for that!

 🎵 Song: Golden Hour, by JVKE

This is a song I just stumbled upon on Instagram. And I fell instantly in love with it!

🎬 YouTube Video: Run Like the Wind, by Peter McKinnon

Peter McKinnon is a longtime source of inspiration and favorite YouTube creator of mine. This masterpeice of a film was recently published on his channel, after having worked with it for several months. One thing is for sure – it was worth the work! This video is 100% eye candy. A must-watch, for sure.

Growth For Christmas?

I've always loved growing as a person. But I also know that growth can be overwhelming at times. That is one of the reasons why I decided to write my eBook Find Your True North.

Are you on the verge of taking a big leap of faith? Are you trying to design a life you love for yourself? No matter what change you're longing for in your life, or what area of growth you're seeking, this eBook will serve as your personal roadmap packed with creative challenges and tools that will take you closer to your goal.

But don't just take MY words for it. Here's what one of the readers had to say about my eBook:

So why not treat yourself – or someone you love – for Christmas this year with a copy of Find Your True North? Growth will never go out of fashion 🧡

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Until next time.

Hugs, Kalle