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You can always draw out your negativity? Drawing is about finding your own voice & style! Also, when it comes to drawing: compare yourself to yourself! You'll get a better gauge for how much your art has progressed. And as long as you're enjoying the process, others will notice that joy in your work
November 26, 2025 at 6:11 AM
You can always draw out your negativity? Drawing is about finding your own voice & style! Also, when it comes to drawing: compare yourself to yourself! You'll get a better gauge for how much your art has progressed. And as long as you're enjoying the process, others will notice that joy in your work
A smart person who did dirty jobs for a living once said: "Don't follow your dreams... take them with you!"
Those words are a life-raft unto me. LOL
I am not owed anything in this life... but if opportunity strikes, I will take it. I think that sounds good?... Yeah!
Those words are a life-raft unto me. LOL
I am not owed anything in this life... but if opportunity strikes, I will take it. I think that sounds good?... Yeah!
November 19, 2025 at 5:56 AM
A smart person who did dirty jobs for a living once said: "Don't follow your dreams... take them with you!"
Those words are a life-raft unto me. LOL
I am not owed anything in this life... but if opportunity strikes, I will take it. I think that sounds good?... Yeah!
Those words are a life-raft unto me. LOL
I am not owed anything in this life... but if opportunity strikes, I will take it. I think that sounds good?... Yeah!
There is games I could play: where I ladder-climb to the top in a cut-throat field of my choice. But it just isn't in my heart to act in such ways. I am way too much of a pushover, that for so long sought sanctuary over results.
It's hard to nurse pain while feeling pulled forward by life's demands.
It's hard to nurse pain while feeling pulled forward by life's demands.
November 19, 2025 at 5:56 AM
There is games I could play: where I ladder-climb to the top in a cut-throat field of my choice. But it just isn't in my heart to act in such ways. I am way too much of a pushover, that for so long sought sanctuary over results.
It's hard to nurse pain while feeling pulled forward by life's demands.
It's hard to nurse pain while feeling pulled forward by life's demands.
I think I felt entitled unto an animation job, because of my talent + passion... but I at least had the instinct to know I couldn't pay back a loan that massive. Disappointment is OK. My passions & talent are allowed to guide me unto new dreams that are within my means as an under-privileged person.
November 19, 2025 at 5:56 AM
I think I felt entitled unto an animation job, because of my talent + passion... but I at least had the instinct to know I couldn't pay back a loan that massive. Disappointment is OK. My passions & talent are allowed to guide me unto new dreams that are within my means as an under-privileged person.
(Can't I just take my time?)
You already know the answer to that, cornball.
(... shit)
Was it worth it?
(... life is for learning, so YES)
Some begin life with knowledge you have scars for.
(Some also are privileged shits who take for granted all they are blessed with)
Agreed. Live within your means
You already know the answer to that, cornball.
(... shit)
Was it worth it?
(... life is for learning, so YES)
Some begin life with knowledge you have scars for.
(Some also are privileged shits who take for granted all they are blessed with)
Agreed. Live within your means
November 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
(Can't I just take my time?)
You already know the answer to that, cornball.
(... shit)
Was it worth it?
(... life is for learning, so YES)
Some begin life with knowledge you have scars for.
(Some also are privileged shits who take for granted all they are blessed with)
Agreed. Live within your means
You already know the answer to that, cornball.
(... shit)
Was it worth it?
(... life is for learning, so YES)
Some begin life with knowledge you have scars for.
(Some also are privileged shits who take for granted all they are blessed with)
Agreed. Live within your means
Keep walking forward?
(So pushy... I think I just need a moment to sort out what exactly it is I'm even doing. Forging new paths take energy! Energy I don't have!)
You sure have energy to argue. Why waste that?
(... hah! Dumbledor is right. Talking to yourself is extraordinarily useful.)
Be swift...
(So pushy... I think I just need a moment to sort out what exactly it is I'm even doing. Forging new paths take energy! Energy I don't have!)
You sure have energy to argue. Why waste that?
(... hah! Dumbledor is right. Talking to yourself is extraordinarily useful.)
Be swift...
November 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Keep walking forward?
(So pushy... I think I just need a moment to sort out what exactly it is I'm even doing. Forging new paths take energy! Energy I don't have!)
You sure have energy to argue. Why waste that?
(... hah! Dumbledor is right. Talking to yourself is extraordinarily useful.)
Be swift...
(So pushy... I think I just need a moment to sort out what exactly it is I'm even doing. Forging new paths take energy! Energy I don't have!)
You sure have energy to argue. Why waste that?
(... hah! Dumbledor is right. Talking to yourself is extraordinarily useful.)
Be swift...
What did you think you gained? What did you think was worth it if you admit to me you cannot move forward and grow silent?
(The knowledge that people feel entitled unto the label 'good person' who also act like bad people every chance they get.)
What good is knowledge if you do not use it?
(Agreed.)
(The knowledge that people feel entitled unto the label 'good person' who also act like bad people every chance they get.)
What good is knowledge if you do not use it?
(Agreed.)
November 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
What did you think you gained? What did you think was worth it if you admit to me you cannot move forward and grow silent?
(The knowledge that people feel entitled unto the label 'good person' who also act like bad people every chance they get.)
What good is knowledge if you do not use it?
(Agreed.)
(The knowledge that people feel entitled unto the label 'good person' who also act like bad people every chance they get.)
What good is knowledge if you do not use it?
(Agreed.)
Then maybe following the pull of your heart wasn't worth it.
(What is life's point if not to follow your heart?)
Do you know of the whole of your life?
(Feeling like I know of way too much of my own life right now.)
So following your heart, nestled in your own perspectives, isn't worth it?
(...)
(What is life's point if not to follow your heart?)
Do you know of the whole of your life?
(Feeling like I know of way too much of my own life right now.)
So following your heart, nestled in your own perspectives, isn't worth it?
(...)
November 17, 2025 at 11:04 AM
Then maybe following the pull of your heart wasn't worth it.
(What is life's point if not to follow your heart?)
Do you know of the whole of your life?
(Feeling like I know of way too much of my own life right now.)
So following your heart, nestled in your own perspectives, isn't worth it?
(...)
(What is life's point if not to follow your heart?)
Do you know of the whole of your life?
(Feeling like I know of way too much of my own life right now.)
So following your heart, nestled in your own perspectives, isn't worth it?
(...)
Picarto is probably cool to stream on, especially if you already stream your art there... You probably won't have to worry too much beyond age restriction.
But you probably have to research twitch's weird tagging system and age-restriction system.
Picarto's audience would probably be easier overall?
But you probably have to research twitch's weird tagging system and age-restriction system.
Picarto's audience would probably be easier overall?
November 13, 2025 at 10:50 AM
Picarto is probably cool to stream on, especially if you already stream your art there... You probably won't have to worry too much beyond age restriction.
But you probably have to research twitch's weird tagging system and age-restriction system.
Picarto's audience would probably be easier overall?
But you probably have to research twitch's weird tagging system and age-restriction system.
Picarto's audience would probably be easier overall?
In my limited experience, taking naps proved useful whenever I felt low. I've never taken meds for depression before, but if they help you then that's good.
November 7, 2025 at 7:26 AM
In my limited experience, taking naps proved useful whenever I felt low. I've never taken meds for depression before, but if they help you then that's good.
The creativity and implications of this mechanic is hilarious!
Reminds me a bit of the Wii-era nintendo games, where devs would create new ways to waggle the wii remote.
I'm now remembering how people would jokingly refer to the Wii's waggle-motion as 'jerking off the wii remote'...
Reminds me a bit of the Wii-era nintendo games, where devs would create new ways to waggle the wii remote.
I'm now remembering how people would jokingly refer to the Wii's waggle-motion as 'jerking off the wii remote'...
November 5, 2025 at 7:40 PM
The creativity and implications of this mechanic is hilarious!
Reminds me a bit of the Wii-era nintendo games, where devs would create new ways to waggle the wii remote.
I'm now remembering how people would jokingly refer to the Wii's waggle-motion as 'jerking off the wii remote'...
Reminds me a bit of the Wii-era nintendo games, where devs would create new ways to waggle the wii remote.
I'm now remembering how people would jokingly refer to the Wii's waggle-motion as 'jerking off the wii remote'...
You've also been fighting hard amidst this to defend others from false allegations, and I find that highly commendable. That effort shows you're already quite strong; it's just this situation hit you in a weak spot.
Let yourself feel things, and focus on positive stuff like your art. Be safe, Rocky!
Let yourself feel things, and focus on positive stuff like your art. Be safe, Rocky!
November 1, 2025 at 10:08 AM
You've also been fighting hard amidst this to defend others from false allegations, and I find that highly commendable. That effort shows you're already quite strong; it's just this situation hit you in a weak spot.
Let yourself feel things, and focus on positive stuff like your art. Be safe, Rocky!
Let yourself feel things, and focus on positive stuff like your art. Be safe, Rocky!
Those who are still angry about you are likely never going to change their minds, and that's OKAY. Your heart will wax stronger and their disapproval will elicit no further feelings from you.
November 1, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Those who are still angry about you are likely never going to change their minds, and that's OKAY. Your heart will wax stronger and their disapproval will elicit no further feelings from you.
While the feelings you're going to be feeling are going to be tough: know that people support you. You may not always see them, and they may not always vocalize it: but you matter and always will matter.
November 1, 2025 at 10:08 AM
While the feelings you're going to be feeling are going to be tough: know that people support you. You may not always see them, and they may not always vocalize it: but you matter and always will matter.
Mentally, I've been where you're at, and while I don't have all the answers... please don't beat yourself up over people who'll never care if you meet the standards they've set for you or not.
Some people only care about one thing and just want to see their opponents suffer. You're better than them
Some people only care about one thing and just want to see their opponents suffer. You're better than them
November 1, 2025 at 10:08 AM
Mentally, I've been where you're at, and while I don't have all the answers... please don't beat yourself up over people who'll never care if you meet the standards they've set for you or not.
Some people only care about one thing and just want to see their opponents suffer. You're better than them
Some people only care about one thing and just want to see their opponents suffer. You're better than them
I hope your monitor continues to work! Nice desktop background by the way!
October 31, 2025 at 6:39 PM
I hope your monitor continues to work! Nice desktop background by the way!
Sometimes artist friendships are weird, and at some point feel more like business-relationships. The more artists you know is a real ego-boost (and it hurts to lose that), but people who stick with you through thick and thin are more valuable in the end.
Wishing you well, Rocky!
Wishing you well, Rocky!
October 29, 2025 at 12:32 AM
Sometimes artist friendships are weird, and at some point feel more like business-relationships. The more artists you know is a real ego-boost (and it hurts to lose that), but people who stick with you through thick and thin are more valuable in the end.
Wishing you well, Rocky!
Wishing you well, Rocky!
I never quite have an 'idea' so much as "wow, I really want to draw Crash Bandicoot looking hot/adorable" or something, and just doodle him and adjust the sketch as a stronger idea comes into focus.
October 28, 2025 at 11:22 PM
I never quite have an 'idea' so much as "wow, I really want to draw Crash Bandicoot looking hot/adorable" or something, and just doodle him and adjust the sketch as a stronger idea comes into focus.
If you don't know what you did to piss off a person: it isn't worth worrying over. Not being able to befriend a cool, fellow artist is depressing: but you'll cherish the friends you do have so much more. The good thing is that you're a talented artist and can generate your own favorite pieces. :D
October 28, 2025 at 11:13 PM
If you don't know what you did to piss off a person: it isn't worth worrying over. Not being able to befriend a cool, fellow artist is depressing: but you'll cherish the friends you do have so much more. The good thing is that you're a talented artist and can generate your own favorite pieces. :D
It's the sudden "whiplash" aspect of the online-temperature-change against you that leaves a mark. You get so used to things being cozy that the quick change leaves a stronger impression than it would seem to onlookers
Just know that people support you and that your heart and mind will wax stronger!
Just know that people support you and that your heart and mind will wax stronger!
October 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
It's the sudden "whiplash" aspect of the online-temperature-change against you that leaves a mark. You get so used to things being cozy that the quick change leaves a stronger impression than it would seem to onlookers
Just know that people support you and that your heart and mind will wax stronger!
Just know that people support you and that your heart and mind will wax stronger!
I'll add that: going from receiving nothing but praise and excitement to a sudden barrage of criticism in your online-experience is damaging in a way I don't think many people understand. Navigating such things isn't an exact science... My advice is focus on your craft and things that excite you!
October 25, 2025 at 5:24 PM
I'll add that: going from receiving nothing but praise and excitement to a sudden barrage of criticism in your online-experience is damaging in a way I don't think many people understand. Navigating such things isn't an exact science... My advice is focus on your craft and things that excite you!
It's pain like this that'll (eventually) wrap around to make you stronger someday.
Plus, it a pain that does in fact teach you how to make better friends.
Until then, allow yourself the space and time you need to feel things and heal. And know that you have people who support you, big and small!
Plus, it a pain that does in fact teach you how to make better friends.
Until then, allow yourself the space and time you need to feel things and heal. And know that you have people who support you, big and small!
October 25, 2025 at 5:11 PM
It's pain like this that'll (eventually) wrap around to make you stronger someday.
Plus, it a pain that does in fact teach you how to make better friends.
Until then, allow yourself the space and time you need to feel things and heal. And know that you have people who support you, big and small!
Plus, it a pain that does in fact teach you how to make better friends.
Until then, allow yourself the space and time you need to feel things and heal. And know that you have people who support you, big and small!