What drives the fear of showing your face on YouTube?

For me, it's all about privacy. I genuinely enjoy my private life and the ability to separate that from my online presence. The thought of being recognized in public makes me uncomfortable, and I prefer to keep my content creation separate from my personal identity.

I actually find it easier to create content without showing my face. There’s no need for a fancy lighting setup or to dress up for the camera. I can focus on scripting and producing videos without the added pressure of how I look, and I can walk around in public without the fear of being recognized.

As a woman, the fear of physical criticism plays a big role in my decision to stay faceless. I want to be judged for my content and ideas rather than my appearance. While I do plan to show my face eventually, I need to feel more comfortable in front of the camera first, and I think practicing through faceless videos will help with that.

I value my privacy too much to let people know my real identity. I like creating an online persona that isn’t directly tied to who I am in real life. This allows me to express myself freely without the fear of judgment or repercussions from people I know.

One major reason for my faceless channel is the potential for online harassment. The internet can be quite hostile, especially for women, and I want to avoid giving trolls any ammunition by putting my face out there. It’s a way to safeguard my mental health while still sharing my thoughts on politics.