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The Relentless Pace Of Satisfying Fans Is Burning Out Some YouTube Stars

In the age of fast-paced social media, the pressure to perform has reached new heights. Like many entertainers who dream of reaching the top, YouTube stars are discovering it's not all fun and games.
YouTube star Elle Mills recently took a month off from posting videos, telling her fans, "I will be putting my mental health first for a bit."

The history of big Hollywood stars is rife with stories of celebrities who break down because of the pressure to perform. Now, some YouTube stars are facing their own Internet version of a meltdown.

Unfortunately, many are finding they are at the mercy of YouTube's algorithms, and taking time off can be risky.

says being a YouTube star was her childhood dream. At the age of 20, she has achieved it. She has more than 1.3 million YouTube followers who enjoy her 2 1/2- to 6-minute

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