We were lucky to catch up with Tynisha Reneè recently and have shared our conversation below.

Tynisha, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Are you happier as a creative? Do you sometimes think about what it would be like to just have a regular job? Can you talk to us about how you think through these emotions?

The irony is that I imagine the exact opposite.

I love creating! Discussion-based videos are a form of expression for me. Some of my best content is unscripted and unfiltered – and in those moments, I feel free to be myself. The reality is that content creation is still a hobby/side hustle for me because the bills still need to be paid!

I think a lot of creatives encounter this struggle: having a passion but needing to work to fuel that passion until it is lucrative enough to be our full time “work”. In the meantime, I try to focus on trusting and enjoying the process. There are moments – several moments, actually – where I feel the grind isn’t fully appreciated but those moments are the most grounding. The ability to continue pushing forward during these times shows that I’ve found my passion, and I’m thankful for that.

Tynisha, before we move on to more of these sorts of questions, can you take some time to bring our readers up to speed on you and what you do?

I typically brand my platform as one that is dedicated to normalizing transparency and having the difficult, taboo conversations that most people are afraid to talk about: heartbreak, childhood traumas, dysfunctional families, mental health struggles, and challenging societal norms. While this is true, I’m realizing that TynishaTalks is a lot more than that.

I began my YouTube channel in 2020 and knew that I wanted to create a space to have higher-level conversations (I like the deep end, surface level discussions aren’t really my thing). As I reflect on my journey since then, I realize that my content is a reflection of my transformation as a woman. Dating and relationships were a heavy focal point in my past because I subconsciously sought validation from the men I dated – and my content showed that. Since then, I’ve been focusing on getting to know myself, embracing my authenticity, and healing the parts of myself that are no longer serving me. My content is currently in a “rebranding” phase and has gradually shifted to discussions about self-discovery, taking accountability for my shortcomings, and sharing the wisdom that comes along with personal growth. Although these topics may not be as popular as controversial ones, I’m connecting with people who are on the same frequency as me, and that’s what matters. Quality > quantity.

Are there any resources you wish you knew about earlier in your creative journey?

Networking events!!! It’s not that I didn’t know about them, I just wasn’t intentional about finding and attending them. Despite having a public platform, I am very much an introvert and the idea of networking makes me CRINGE. The fear of approaching strangers and giving an elevator pitch is literally what made me shy way from attending events.

Newsflash: collaboration is the key to excelling as a creative. I made a personal goal to step outside of my comfort zone and shifted my view of networking from being a formal exchange to being an opportunity show up as my authentic self, and connecting with those who align. There are people who genuinely want to see you do well and will share their resources – you just need to find them!

Is there something you think non-creatives will struggle to understand about your journey as a creative? Maybe you can provide some insight – you never know who might benefit from the enlightenment.

Respecting ones passion and purpose vs. pushing them to create what is trending/will be the most lucrative.

I can’t count how many times people recommended I do reaction videos because they “get the most clicks” or suggested that I pivot into beauty content to hone in on my physical appearance more. These types of comments may not come from a negative place, but for creatives it feels like you’re being told your desired path isn’t good enough. There should be a balance between doing what you love and receiving a return on the time and resources that go into it, but we shouldn’t be dissuading others from pursuing their passions. Some prefer to create as a hobby, while others want to turn their passions into profit. Creatives are not a monolith, so please respect our individuality.

Contact Info:

• Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tynisha_renee
• Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TynishaTalks