Wendell's Diary

Teenagers are bursting with creativity, and in today’s digital age, many are channeling that energy into content creation. But how do you know if your child has the potential to be a content creator? Here are some signs that might indicate they’re on the path to sharing their unique voice with the world. 1. They’re Always Documenting Things Does your teenager frequently record videos, take photos, or jot down notes on their phone? If they have a natural inclination to capture moments or express their thoughts through writing or recording, they might have the mindset of a content creator. This instinct to document life can be a foundation for creating compelling content. 2. They Love Storytelling Whether they’re spinning tales while playing with toys or crafting elaborate narratives for games, storytelling is at the heart of content creation. If your teen enjoys building worlds, creating characters, or weaving intricate stories, they might have the skills to engage an audience. 3. They’...

As someone who is both a blogger and a YouTuber, I often find myself comparing the value of these two different mediums. Each has its own strengths and weaknesses, and both play important roles in how we communicate and share information. But if I had to choose one, I believe text holds the edge. I love dealing with text. Handling text is really easy. It's just copy and paste. You can get it perfect, get it right, copy and paste, and text is just beautiful. You can search through it, you can turn it into speech, you can turn it into images, you can turn it into music, you can turn it into video in the future, so you can really do whatever you want with it. On the other hand, creating videos for YouTube makes you vulnerable. You open yourself up to the public, which can be both good and challenging. It allows for an emotional connection with your audience because you're really there, but it also carries the responsibility to articulate your thoughts correctly in live-action. Unl...