As I was watching a YouTube video, the presenter stated some research, “The average person will significantly influence 200 people.” That number stuck out at me. Two hundred people. Do I know that many people? I look at my friends’ list on Facebook. Well, there are over 200 people listed as my friend, but the majority of the people I never interact with.
But then I think to YouTube. I have over 400 subscribers. Over 400 people have felt the need to hit the “subscribe” button on my YouTube videos. Some of those people have become very near and dear to me. And then there is my top rated video which has almost 11,000 views. Have I influenced any of those people?
As I lie in my bed, I feel hopeful. Despite having chronic illnesses which make leaving the confines of my home difficult, I am still helping others. This is perhaps the greatest blessing about having a YouTube channel. I can still share my experiences with others without ever leaving my room. I can help people through instructional videos, inspire people through spiritual stories and encourage others that whatever we face in life, there is always something good in every situation.
Since becoming severely sick 10+ years ago, I always envisioned the end of my life would go unnoticed except by a few close family members. But as I have learned from others with YouTube channels, even when our life ends here on earth, our videos on YouTube remain. We can continue to inspire and help others even after we take our last breath…and that goes far beyond anything I am able to comprehend.
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