From Zero to Millions: A Couple's Journey in Improving Mental Health - Interview w/ creators of Tubby Nugget
Jan 27, 2023
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Creators of the hit webcomic Tubby Nugget share their journey in improving mental health through wholesome content. They discuss the challenges of growing their audience, starting a plush toy business, securing investors, and overcoming insecurities. They emphasize the impact of prioritizing mental health on creative success.
Tubby Nugget's uplifting content on social media aims to improve mental health by creating a positive corner of the internet and spreading joy to millions of people.
Josh and Janine overcame challenges in their business by embracing open communication, trusting each other's abilities, and adopting a fearless mindset.
Deep dives
Creating a Positive Online Space
The creators of the webcomic Tubby Nugget, Josh Jackson and Janine Pastorez, discuss their mission to improve mental health through uplifting content on social media. Their work has garnered over 5 million followers and counting. They aim to create the most positive corner of the internet by providing joyful and encouraging comics. The comics started as a way to uplift Janine during a health scare and have now impacted millions of people. Through their work, they aim to show unconditional love and bring joy to everyone.
Challenges Faced in Starting the Business
Josh and Janine share the challenges they encountered in starting their business. They had zero experience in social media, business, or the plush toy industry. They struggled with comparing themselves to others and had creative differences at times. They also faced financial challenges, despite receiving a $150,000 investment. They felt overwhelmed and worried about not being successful in managing their money effectively. However, they were able to overcome these challenges through open communication, trusting each other's abilities, and adopting a fearless mindset.
Transforming the Partnership and Business
Josh and Janine experienced a transformation in their partnership and business. They learned to trust and support each other's ideas, which led to better collaboration and creative balance. They adopted a positive mindset, which positively impacted their business. By focusing on their mental health, reflecting on their past struggles, and embracing self-worth, they were able to make logical decisions and move their business forward. They emphasized the importance of mental well-being in achieving success and encouraged others to create positive mantras for themselves.
The Power of Tubby Nugget's Message
Tubby Nugget's comics and messages convey empowering beliefs and reinforce the idea that individuals are worthy and loved unconditionally. The creators believe in the impact their work can have on people's mental health. They encourage their audience to adopt Tubby Nugget's positive mindset and mantra. The episode highlights the profound difference that understanding and internalizing these empowering beliefs can make in one's life and overall mental well-being.
The hit webcomic Tubby Nugget has over 5.5 million followers across TikTok and Instagram. Social media can tend to damage people's mental health, which is why Tubby nugget was created. The character has put a smile on millions of peoples faces through wholesome, cute and funny content.
Listen to this episode with the creators, Josh Jackson and Jenine Pastores to learn about their mission to help improve the mental health. They share the big lessons they've learned on how to deal with their biggest challenges and rapidly grow impact through generating consistent content.
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