We were lucky to catch up with Alittlebitlexis (Lex) recently and have shared our conversation below.
Alittlebitlexis (Lex), appreciate you joining us today. We’d love to hear the backstory behind a risk you’ve taken – whether big or small, walk us through what it was like and how it ultimately turned out.
Taking a risk? Well, everything about what I do is a risk. Maybe not a risk in the ways that a firefighter attends a call and runs headfirst into imminent danger, but a risk of a more convoluted nature. The nature of ego, personality, emotions- all the things that make us human. putting your own humanity on the line everyday is a risk. To put yourself out there everyday and be subjected to hundreds of eyes, thoughts, opinions, dissertations, assumptions, etc. to be okay with being perceived in ways that are completely out of your own control is a risk. Bearing my soul in moments of deep emotional weight, becoming almost a ‘guiding light’ to someone on the other side of the screen without even knowing- its all a risk. In the highs and lows of humanity and what is consumed in the age of internet entertainment I choose to put myself out there in my most true to self form past my own insecurities and doubts on a mission of pure passion and the everlasting pursuit of happiness. The thing about this ‘internet personality’ is that for me, there is no larger than life personality- its just me, Lex (alittlebitlexis) Sharing my heart and joy by Harboring community and creating a space where we can all find laughter and joy amongst the things we have in common and the love we share for anything whether it be gaming/music/performing arts/hobbies- anything really, that’s the beauty of taking the risk.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
Hi, Hey, Hello! It’s nice to meet you, my name is Alexis, although I go by Lex online under the username @alittlebitlexis on all social platforms. I make all kinds of online content whether it be cinematically produced longform content, musical endeavors such as drum covers, bass covers, ukulele covers and the occasional deep dive into artists and their discographies unraveling the stories/themes/messages in the songs we love. I also create shortform content of all calibers and even Live music, gaming, and entertainment productions. I use comedy and community worldbuilding to create a space of artistic freedom that anyone can join and feel a part of on a greater scheme. Using the lightheartedness of comedic timing and immersive entertainment i bring awareness to important topics about mental health and mental health resources while providing a safe environment for anyone to be able to find solace and community through.
For you, what’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative?
If I’m being completely honest, I never expected to be on this pursuit of creativity- especially in a ‘Live’ way. I’ve always had an affinity for creative media through video production and that specific avenue but I never paid much mind to the world of livestreaming… until I hit ‘go live’ for the first time. As a ‘youtuber’ turned ‘streamer’ nothing has ever had more sense than the feeling of being live and actively creating/engaging/inviting people into whatever world I choose to build that day. There is no other way to phrase it other than I fell in love with streaming it became a passion i never knew I had and ever since the very first time I hit ‘go live’ something dormant in me awoke and only wanted to learn more about livestreaming and production and creating live experiences that were more than just an average gaming creator. The most rewarding aspect has been the endless ability to create and innovate in a way that directly impacts the viewer and brings them into the moment/feeling with me.
Learning and unlearning are both critical parts of growth – can you share a story of a time when you had to unlearn a lesson?
A lesson I had to learn early on and I still continue to learn is that my worth is not rooted in analytics. Especially in this day and age where the online creator space is dominated by staggering numbers, view counts and the ability to waste insane amounts of money as a status indicator of worth. It has been a very hostile environment in terms of comparison and overall longevity as a figure in these online spaces. Quite frankly, I don’t do what I do for the payday. Its purely a pursuit of passion and the inner fulfillment, like I mentioned in the previous question, but chasing fulfillment in a world where analytics deem you worthy or not has been incredibly disheartening at times. This is something I can say wholeheartedly that almost every small, mid-size and large creator deals with. Numbers and high performing analytics can make us or break us. The importance is to remind yourself why you do what you despite the size of the audience. 20-50 people can make just as much a difference as 500 dependent on values, morals and strength of community. For any other creators, creative minds, artists – take a moment to say it with me. My worth is not rooted in analytics, but rather the impact I’m able to make in peoples lives.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://www.twitch.tv/alittlebitlexis
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alittlebitlexis/
- Twitter: https://x.com/alittlebitlexis
- Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@alittlebitlexis/videos
- Other: https://alittlebitlexis-shop.fourthwall.com/
