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There was absolutely no debate in 2025. After completing the 1-Second Everyday (#1SE) project in 2023, I wrestled with doing it again in 2024. That inaugural year entailed a significant investment with self-imposed stress and expectations. Could I produce another worthy piece in 2024? With Sid’s encouragement, I moved forward with a second video and found the process to be easier and calmer with an ending project that was just as beautiful as the first. Thus, when 2025 arrived, I didn’t think twice about embarking on our family’s third #1SE video.

I didn’t think twice about creating a #1SE video in 2025…I just went for it. This is our YouTube thumbnail for the video.

The 2025 Reser Family #ISE video was once again a labor of love and thoughtfulness. Although capturing a one-second video every day is firmly ingrained in my daily routine, securing the right clip still takes creativity, thought, and a little planning.

Thankfully, the content aspect of the project is really the only thing I need to worry about when creating my family’s #1SE video. The #1SE app itself continues to be rock solid. It keeps everything organized and offers the music, transitions, and tools needed to make a memorable final product.

I always “premiere” our family’s #1SE video on our living room TV for Sidney, Sloan, and Beau. It is always a very special moment.

With all that said, I wouldn’t necessarily say our 2025 video is my best work. It isn’t that I lacked opportunities—we did more cool things this year than 2023 and 2024 combined. Also, it definitely wasn’t the subjects because my stars—Sid, Sloan, and Beau—were as stunning as ever. Perhaps it was just my own critical eye now that I am a #1SE veteran. You see, I thought the clip video quality in some instances was subpar and I also feel like I relied on live photos a bit too much. Additionally, I must have thought highly of Sloan’s soccer skills because clips of her kicking the ball became a bit repetitive.

But I do think these thoughts of second-guessing will dissipate soon. After being so thick in the final stages of the editing process, you become cynical. However, like I said, in a couple weeks I think the critical feelings will lessen in intensity and I will place our 2025 #1SE video on the same pedestal as our 2023 and 2024 versions.

After I show the #1SE video to my wife and kids, I then drive over to my parents’ house and show them on their TV.

Which leads me to your #1SE pedestal. Is it still empty? If so, here is my yearly plea: Do your own 1-Second Everyday video this year. As I mentioned above, the app handles most of the work. You just film the clips and #1SE will do the rest. In my opinion, completing a project like this is the ultimate New Year’s resolution/goal. Not only does it build discipline and promote creativity but it results in such a cool output. It improves yourself while at the same time it creates an endearing and everlasting gift for your loved ones.

I highly recommend creating a video using the I Second Everyday app.

I know it takes a spark and some motivation to get started. I watched my friend publish her #1SE video with amazement and envy for several years before I decided to challenge myself in 2023. I am so glad I did. I know Jennifer delighted in inspiring me (even joking that #1SE should give her a commission) and I can now relate. Multiple people created their own videos in 2025 based on viewing my videos in 2023 and 2024. Watching their final products over the past few days has been so fulfilling. If you decide to create your own #1SE in 2026, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me with questions. I would be more than happy to assist and support you throughout the year.

When you mash my family’s #1SE videos together (2023-25), I now have approximately 19 minutes chronicling 1,095 days. What a gift! To have three years of my family documented in such a rich way is simply invaluable. And, just like last year, I kicked off 2026 by jumping headfirst into creating a new video. I hope you will be in it. Don’t Blink.