When Your Loved Ones Don't "Get" Your Immersive Creations
I was going to ask a question here about advice for when your loved ones don't quite get your work yet, despite it being everything they're also interested in (creative, art, models, film, design etc)...so I asked ChatGPT to write a post. It then went and answered all that I was wondering about.
As creators and innovators, we pour our hearts and souls into our work, and we hope that others will see and appreciate the value of our creations. It's natural to want our loved ones to be proud of us, to understand what we do, and to share our excitement about our achievements. But sometimes, that's not the case, and it can be hard when people we know and are friends with don't connect the dots with immersive technology and fail to see it as something impressive.
I've been there. I've poured countless hours into creating immersive experiences that push the boundaries of what's possible, only to have my friends and family fail to see the significance of what I've created. While I've had the honor of having people like Robert Scoble recognize and appreciate my work, it can still be disheartening when the people closest to us don't seem to get it.
The truth is, immersive technology is still a relatively new and emerging field, and it's not yet mainstream. Many people are still unaware of the possibilities and the impact that it can have. It's our responsibility as creators to help educate and inform others about what we do and why it matters.
So, if you're in a similar situation, here are a few tips that have helped me:
- Be patient: Remember that it takes time for people to understand something new. Don't get frustrated if your loved ones don't "get it" right away. Keep sharing your work, and eventually, they may come around.
- Explain the potential impact: Sometimes, it's easier for people to understand the significance of something when they can see how it can be used in the real world. If you can explain how your immersive creations could be used to solve real-world problems, it may help your loved ones see the value in what you do.
- Share success stories: If you've had people in the industry recognize your work, share those stories with your loved ones. It may help them understand that what you do is more than just a hobby.
At the end of the day, remember that what you do matters, even if not everyone "gets it" right away. Keep creating, keep innovating, and keep pushing the boundaries of what's possible. Eventually, the world will catch up.
Robert Scoble's website URL, and Twitter URL created this as part of an ongoing story
One of many jobs dreamed up as a child, using the hues that I am more color blind to (Dream by Wombo and the Neural Network on my device may have made this, but I created it)
AI keeps on telling me to go out into the world and capture stories