For the record, it is okay to be in your mid-late twenties and not know what you want to do. It’s also okay to live with your parents to save up money to be where you actually want to be. Keep being real Hannah!
Piggy backing off this comment which is 10000% true. I’m an older millennial and love watching your content. But we all go through that crisis with, what am I doing with my life? Should I do something completely new? That is all normal. I’m also really glad to hear that you’ve been applying to some jobs. Now I’m not saying be part of the 9-5 cog but I think having a boss could really push you or ask you those difficult questions. What do YOU want out of this? How do you see yourself in 5 years? You don’t need to have the answers but having someone push you to be your best self really does make the difference. All in all just saying, you’re killing it, and you will figure it out. Plus, we’re all just faking it till we make it
Congrats on 800k girl!!!! I love the honest and real chat! TBH as a corporate girly who is working hard to become a full-time content creator... I understand what you're saying, but the honest truth is that TIME is the best value of all. And you have that NOW! If you wanna travel the world, you get two weeks out of the whole year to do that in the corporate world... and you can't take two weeks at once. So if you want to travel the world... DO IT NOW! Go live your life, be based out of your parents house and travel the world. Getting caught in the corporate life is the last thing I recommend, but I'm proud of your growth mindset! YOU GOT IT
“When your hobby turns into your lifeline, it’s not a hobby anymore” Thank you for saying this! I don’t think doing what we love for a career has to be our #1 hobby. Maybe you will love the corporate world but it will also be JUST work and you can come home to your hobbies.
Tbh you're one of the few creators that I actually watch every single video of! Your video's are familiar, comforting and I can just listen to you talk for-ever! So just do you, I'll be watching
Being in my late thirties, i can tell you no matter what age you are, its ok not to know what to do and/or try to find out what type of work makes you happy. Same thing with dating. I was working for a company that unexpectedly closed, so now its reapplying back in the workforce, so now I've learned that if i dont like a job, you dont have to stay forever, like i did cause it was way comfortable. Also, i figured out what work made me more happy so now i look for work in the field which makes me happy to go to work. So in conclusion, just keep keeping it real Hannah 😊
I read a book a while back that I think was called Light from uncommon stars and a quote that really stuck with me was "Tomorrow is tomorrow. Over there is over there. And the here and now is not a bad time and place to be, especially when so much of the unknown is beautiful." I've really tried to live by that recently. It's a much more positive approach to life. You got this!
I loved the little bit around 19:00 where you mentioned liking watching other people do "boring" stuff (and that it makes you happy when people say that to you) because while I don't really watch that many vloggers, I love having stuff to watch that feels like I'm watching a friend on FT. All my friends atm are long distance, and I work from home, so it's really easy to get lonely, and having videos like this are awesome because there's no pressure to also be presentable for a FT call (because that can get exhausting). I've really loved having your videos around to watch for the past few years. Your mid-20s can be a super weird time where you feel really lost (going through the same thing rn), so I get it, and I think whatever you end up doing and trying and pursuing, you'll be fantastic ❤
Sonder: german word for the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own, in which you might appear only once. Describes really well what you were saying about realising other people also have their whole lives!
not to be a bummer but this isnt a real thing in german, it was made up by american author and neologist John Koenig in 2012 for a dictionary project (the meaning is still cool though)
I really hope you see this because I want you to know how much comfort your videos bring me! Please don’t ever feel like you’re putting out boring/repetitive content. Your “mundane” day in life videos are my favorite! I’ll watch them multiple times because it truly feels like chatting with a friend on FaceTime (total parasocial relationship 😬). I’ve had a lifelong dream of living in NYC, so I love living vicariously through you in your day-to-day vlogs. Also, quick side note, I turned 30 this year and I think that feeling of “what am I doing with my life?” never really goes away… because how will we ever know if we’re making the right decisions? Just gotta live in the moment and enjoy the ride ❤
Loving your content! For your podcast, it could maybe be a "dear Hannah" and be a place where people can send in questions and have your opinion on things?
Hannah, just wanted to say you are my favorite youtuber because we are so similar, you are so relatable. We are the same age and graduated the same year, and we have so many of the same thoughts and feelings about life! I always love hearing your perspective and watching your videos. Keep being great 💗
Hannah just also want to say I think you would do so well in a structured job. You’re so organised and intelligent, you would thrive in a setting like that. Also it would add another exciting element to your RUclips videos.
Yes!! I'm 24 going on 25 this year and I completely get that stuck feeling & like there's a missing piece but you can't put your finger on what's missing!!
I am 34 and your channel is the most comforting channel that I watch on RUclips. Don’t ever think it doesn’t matter. It does. I come here when I need calmness in my life.
As a Brazilian who lived in Spain, I can say that you will absolutely LOVE both countries 😍 and Hannah, I love your vlogs! Your content help me to practice English! Your work is not meaningless. 🥰
I felt this one in my spirit. Navigating gratitude because you recognize the blessing in what you're doing while simultaneously craving something different, something more, is TRICKY. If it helps, this internet stranger is right there with you xx
21:39 Girl thanks for sharing ❤❤ trust me it doesn't sound like you're complaining at all! On the contrary, it was refreshing to hear someone else be so open an honest with these types of struggles such as people pleasing and overthinking, especially coming from someone like you who has achieved so much success 💞 To anyone reading this, you got this! I'm realizing more and more how normal it is to feel lost in your 20s. We're all ouy here just trying our best😅 rooting for you all!
There’s so much I wanna say but you’re my comfort RUclipsr Hannah and I appreciate how honest you were in this video about the struggles of feeling lost. Makes me feel more human and that you and I aren’t so different.
Hannah, I think making more videos on books and joining book tube would be a great asset to your channel and it would take a bit of the pressure to be likable for the sake of being a lifestyle creator off. You seem to really enjoy talking about books so it could be fun.
Hannah, you literally articulate your (and my) feelings so well. Everything I do it never feels right and I still don’t have it figured out. I just turned 30 and can definitely relate to this in terms of thinking about EVERYTHING, anxious about who likes me or if everybody likes me. My brain is exhausting I’m sure you can relate. It’s nice hearing you talk about it and it makes me feel less alone but I hope you know how proud I am of you (I’m literally nobody but have been following you forever) and watching you figure it out is a blessing and it feels like we’re figuring it out together. Sending you so much love ❤
i was ready to do my own gel nails at my home, just looking for a video while doing it, the way i SCREAMED when I read the title of your video, loved it.
hannah, i quit my teaching job at the beginning of january bc i was unfulfilled and miserable. i've applied to over 300 jobs and i've had a few interviews here and there but i've been freelancing in tutoring and other contractor jobs. i'm also about to turn 25. i totally get it. it's terrifying. but i believe that something will come my way at the right time and i know that you believe that too. we got this!!🎉
Love these sitdown videos. I’ve been doing Gel X nail for the past 5 months I think by myself and I love it. Two tips: 1st: buy a goose neck UV lamp to curate individual nails! It’s easier to just point it to nail instead of putting your hand under the UV light. 2nd: when you apply the gel on the nail add a little blob of gel in the free edge so it adheres to your own nail better! It makes it last forever. And please come to Brazil! Would love to have you here! ❤
I’m excited to watch your new reading vlog! One thing I’d really like to see you explore is volunteering in your community (and even when you travel). I volunteer regularly and it honestly is SO rewarding, both for myself and the people I help. It’s an awesome thing to do and I’d love to see more content creators volunteering
I think it’s more than okay to try new things! It’s okay to learn how to love your hobbies and passions again, but finding how to incorporate them in your life through a different light!
Just entered my thirties and can relate to how you feel currently. When I was 25, my outlook in life was completely different and I had no idea where life would take me. I think it’s very natural to feel like things still need figuring out in your twenties. There’s so much pressure sometimes to have a plan or know what’s next.
I love this video and videos like this! It’s so nice to hear the honesty of moving and not knowing where your supposed to be or what your supposed to be doing. It’s like a personal video combined with one of your open podcasts. :) thank you for continuing to be honest. It helps those of us who also feel stuck and unsure about our futures.
hannah!!! as a 26 y/o who has always wanted to make youtube videos consistently (literally would love for that to be my job) but is currently working as a freelance videographer for a small social media marketing agency, it is SO interesting to hear you talk about how you feel like that's what you might be missing! i'm constantly feeling like i'm "too late" to try something new / go in a different direction and it feels like there are almost TOO many options that might be the right fit for me lol all of this to say, and as so many other people here have said, you are not alone in this feeling! and as much as i used to dread the thought of getting older, i'm actually getting really excited for my 30s and how much better i'll know myself by then :) you truly have created such a comforting, safe space for so many - so so proud of you
I just came back from Japan visiting my family and friends (I’m currently living in Northern California)🇯🇵🇯🇵❤️. I was so happy when you said you want to visit Japan in the future. You’re going to love it there! It’s clean, safe, beautiful, and everything is tasty with affordable price. I would avoid to go between June to Sep, because it’s a rainy season and summer is too hot and humid. I’ve been enjoying your videos. It makes me cozy and comfy. Love you Hannah🫶🏻
Ive been watching you for years and I loveee seeing you grow into the person you are today. You’ve always been so honest and relatable and I love that. Love you!!!!
Hannah I loved this video! I also really enjoy doing my own nails at home and getting to watch you do it as you talked to us felt so fun and comforting☺Your points about not feeling fully satisfied with being an influencer are totally valid, thank you for being so transparent with us! It's funny because you're not the only one feeling like that lately, another girl I follow (who I think you've met because she's in NYC too!) Ana Wolfermann, just made a TikTok about this and is basically in the same boat as you. Just like any other job, being an influencer has its downsides and as long as you acknowledge the privileges that come with it (which you do!) there's nothing wrong with expressing frustration with the negative aspects and wanting a break from those. I will say tho that your "boring" content is my favorite, you're my comfort RUclipsr and I can relate to you in so many ways so honestly I love all your content LOL but there's something really cozy about your vlogs that always helps me relax.
This video was truly one of my favourites! I love the way you think and express yourself and I related to so many things. We definitely need this type of videos more often ❤️
Dear Hannah, it has been a pleasure and an honour to listen to you in this video. I absolutely love all of your content, but even more so when I can have an insight of how you think and see the world. You are such a deep thinker and I can relate to so much of what you share, be it your ideas, feelings or aspirations. Thank you for being around and for trusting us with this content ♥️
Being in this place in your life at your age is totally normal. I was 30 before I found the career that I really wanted to be in. It is good to try new things and explore your options so you can find out what you really want.
don't get discouraged! I met my boyfriend two years ago in an in person setting (and I was 27 when I met him). What is meant for you will be for you, just enjoy life for now! I feel like when I stopped looking for a relationship, we met. It's kind of crazy how life works out that way
Hi Hannah! I am 60 and love your videos and your honesty and openness about your anxiety. I am a sufferer of it as well as all 3 of my grown boys. Have a great week! Hi from SC.😎🏖
I've been watching you since highschool and now im getting my masters degree and you and your content still feels like the big sister i never had. i can never truly put it into words how much your content has comforted me in times of distress. i love u so so so much
I'm so happy you've gotten into reading! It's one of my favorite hobbies. One thing I will say, especially in the fantasy genre, is it is so important to read diversely. Books can be harmful just as much as they can be helpful. Some authors I would recommend are Tracy Deonn, R.F. Kuang, N.K. Jemison, Octavia Butler, Nghi Vi, Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal and Aiden Thomas. Please don't let this discourage you from reading and expanding your horizons. I wish you all the best in your reading!
Can't believe you'd think that your videos don't have any added value, because they literally make my day every single week. I also love your podcast. I was in your 1% top listeners last year. Genuinely have enjoyed your content for 3-4 years now because you're just showing your day to day normal life. It truly is comforting. Especially because we're the same age. Just do what makes you happy girl❤ I'm a real one ofc🫶🏼
I feel like I have a lot of the same thoughts as you do and find a majority of what you're talking about super relatable. I'm 30 and have no idea what I'm doing with my life. Just trying to stay afloat and take things day by day without worrying too much. God has definitely given me so much peace and strength and that I wouldn't have been able to have on my own otherwise. Thanks for being so open and vulnerable.
Working for myself as a 22 yr old living in nyc, I’m also feeling the exact same way! It’s so hard feeling so blessed for what I do but my livelihood depends on how others perceive me. Also the fact that one of my hobbies turned into my career and lost its sparkle. You hit the mark, thank you for talking about this! I feel a lot less alone
watching this while doing my own nails after having felt a lil lost over the last week (: thanks for being there hannah, you’re doing great and i’m so excited to see how your future unfolds!
hannah you inspire me, from your vlogs studying, routine, doing things in your room at your parents' house like new hobbies, remodeling it, doing night routine (in fact the first video I watched was a night routine video and I felt very comfortable there) soon after that I marathoned ALL your videos! now that you live alone you inspire me to become independent like you are, go places alone, understand that life is good even though I don't have a boyfriend, giving me the portrait of a real person, please keep posting videos because they give me Help a lot, know that there is someone like me in their 20s who is still trying to find themselves in life I'm sure it's not just me but you inspire many girls! Thank you for sharing your vulnerabilities with us, my eyes are full of tears here knowing that you exist, you are real 🥹 I love you so much and I'm very proud of you 🤍 hugs from 🇧🇷
As part of the probably not that much amount of Spanish people watching you it feels so cool that you say you want to visit in here!! I'm sure you will be thrilled
I've watched your channel since you were a freshman in college, and I can definitely see how trying the corporate world could be fulfilling, especially if you find a role that matches what you studied and liked in school! That's how I was out of college with my supply chain degree. I have a corporate job now, and while the routine is nice for a creature of habit, it has its own downsides of unfulfillment. Sometimes I wish I worked on something MORE for myself and less for a huge company who doesn't know me. Maybe working for a small business with an admirable mission is the sweet spot here. Hugs!
love your content hannah! what you were talking about at the end is called "sonder", which is the realisation that every passerby has a life as complex as your own. it's such a strange but wonderful feeling to experience. lots of love from australia, we can't wait for you to visit one day xx
everything aside, because your feelings on content creation as a job are soooo valid, your content is my favorite thing I consume on the internet - as a real one since the temple days ILY and your videos make my life better 🤍
For the dating thing, it is absolutely so realistic to find somebody without apps. I found my partner without any of that or expecting to and we’ve been together for four years now. The dating culture could be way different in NYC than KC, but as long as you’re going places outside of ur apartment you’re increasing that likelihood of meeting great people. Not even going out and partying necessarily :)
Loved this video Hannah! I‘ve been watching since your college times and I watch every single vid 🥰 It was so interesting to hear you struggles with your job and you were not complaining at all! I‘ve noticed this with a lot of youtubers that the perfect balance seems to be a job (maybe part time) and a youtube channel on the side. Creating content out of life it self must be exhausting, even though I also love watching vlogs where people clean and edit etc. But when thats all you do and cutting videos I totally understand that after a while it may not be fulfilling anymore. I don‘t know how it is in the US but working in corporate is not so bad as people make it out to be. You meet lots of new people, do interesting work and often get a lot of corporate benefits. Just depends on the company and your boundaries. Good luck on your journey! ❤
I don't ever comment on RUclips videos butttt I wanted to say that I have always loved your content! You're one of my comfort youtubers especially because I feel like we're quite similar, I also studied marketing at uni, graduated last year and figuring out what I want to do so I love keeping up with what you're doing. It just feels comforting to watch someone go through similar life experiences as you. Keep going Hannah and do whatever feels right for you! 💗💗
Honestly meeting someone organically is the best.. personally.. so many of us feel the same❤ also about the feeling like something is missing, I talk to God when I feel the same. Just a thought. It’s helped me so yeah..
I 100% agree with the love part I want to find someone like the old days, I think it’s possible. I just understand you so much!! It’s like I’m ok with not having anyone but at the same time I’d like to have someone 🤞🏻 You are doing amazing so just take it slow!
We all like you here! Keep doing RUclips videos and don't worry about us being bored, I literally love all your content and keep up with every video, I would watch you read a phone book or going to the DMV, that's how good your content is and how likeable your personality is
I'm a real one, I love your videos and look forward to them every week. Its great watching you on my Monday's while I sip my coffee and reviewing my work emails hahaha. I'm 26 and have no idea what I'm doing.
I spent a moment to write this because I knew you would read it. I do find your regular ordinary daily life content just incredible. The podcast, the lifestyle vlog, all of it. I work as a content writer on the side, and I agree that working just part time as a content consultant would be good for you. I'm also an Aussie, so please come see us! You'll love it. Congrats n the 800K, onto bigger things!
I love your videos. You are the only youtuber I am able to keep up with and your videos provide me comfort bc we think and feel the same about everything. You've also inspired me to want to travel and know that I'm able to do things on my own. I also love the podcast. 💜
You’re my favorite person to listen to 🩷 I’d love for you to talk about books more, and I am sooo excited for the reading vlog!! Throne of glass is my absolute favorite book series
I never comment on videos but I wanted to say that your videos are so warm and comforting to me! I love watching your videos to get motivation to be productive and get things done:)
about the trips, I’m from São Paulo, Brazil and you’re gonna love it here so much, like you have no idea how incredible it is and seeing how much you enjoyed Thailand I know it’s gonna be a similar experience, can’t wait to see the cafes you’re gonna visit here ☺️
I was just sitting doing my nails as well throughout this whole video haha but Hannah it is completely normal to feel this way and as an almost 25 year old I absolutely relate to everything you say! I know we'll figure it out eventually so I'm trying to trust the process!❤
about the content-related question, I love watching RUclipsrs do everyday routines without something extraordinary because I feel closer to them and that they are just people too just like me. It doesn't make me feel that I am lazy or that I don't do things so girl keep vlogging keep doing what you love and don't even think you are boring bc you are so creative and fun to watch!!!!
literally everything you said about dating is exactly how I feel. I don't need it right now and I don't like dating apps. I just want to meet someone organically and not have all the anxiety that i do around dating apps. we are in the SAME BOAT bestie
29:49 the word to describe what you're feeling is "sonder" [ son-der ] - [noun] The feeling one has on realizing that every other individual one sees has a life as full and real as one’s own, in which they are the central character and others, including oneself, have secondary or insignificant roles: In a state of sonder, each of us is at once a hero, a supporting cast member, and an extra in overlapping stories.
I really love when you're honest and open with your viewers. I think we're all just trying to figure it out. ❤️ I would LOVE to see a Japan Trip video. That would be soooooo cool!!!! Australia too!!
quite obsessed with this video, as someone who loves to multitask I think this video was so original hahaha like why not pull out the camera?? felt authentic af been a subscriber since legit 2018
I totally understand the feeling the something is missing and that something needs to change. I believe that applying to jobs is a good step into finding out what you really want. I hope you get the job so you can interact with others and like your want, focus on other areas of life. Good luck!
Hannah, People Like You. There's just something about you that is interesting! To prove my point, I am a 57 year old single woman who works from home in Florida. I am probably the furthest from your regular demographic, but I thoroughly enjoy your content.
I get everything that you're saying, but know this... People that are watching you... care about you, your life, your thoughts, your feelings. It doesn't need to be new or fresh or exciting because it's about you and your life and we feel privileged to be a part of that and a part of your journey. And we just want you to be OK so like whatever content you put out is ok because it tells us how you are and reassures us that you are doing well ... Speaking for the group, you are important to us. We love you.❤
I feel like everyone is kind of experiencing the same thing of burnout and just wanting to change overall. But experience it differently. I am 24, been in the education industry for a while. I have kind of wanted a change. But scared too. But now also seems like a good time to do it. Love watching your videos and just relating to the same thing.
Girl, I am in my early twenties, I feel I am getting older and I don't know what to do with my life still while others my age or younger already seem to have their lives together, a stable job, a family of their own and I feel like I am stuck in one place but at the same time, I am truly happy with these years of my life because it is different than everyone else but it is peaceful and clam stress free. But I feel I shouldn't just stay in one place because no one ever does stay in their comfort zone....and I dont wanna but I need to. It's hard and I completely understand you, you feel like you are meant to do something greater with your life but you are not doing it right now. Oh well, I'll see what happens because not everyone has the same pace and that's okay! I just need to remember that everytime I feel like that.
You should totally come to Brazil! You'll love it here! Also, if you want to continue on the fantasy book genre, I recommend the Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy, it's really good.
Hannah, I love that video so much! Your channel is so relatable and I love seeing you in your reading era! The Throne of Glass series is one of my all time favorite fantasy series and I cannot wait to see your opinions on that. I also recommend the Crescent City series, Powerless, Once upon a broken heart and the Shatter me series (this is more dystopian than fantasy) Greetings from Germany
Okay...truth be told, i'm a quiet real one. I've been watching and liking your videos for a while now and I never comment - 1. because i'm shy and 2. i'm older than dirt and don't want to come off as a mother. Anyway, i'm much older but i still love watching your videos and love your vibe because I feel like you have an old soul in you and just love that you are being you, something i could never do when i was your age and it's really inspiring; even for this old gal. I'm happy you'll never give up creating content because I would miss it because your videos are just like a warm cozy fire to me. Anyway, all that to say your content brings value to me and i truly enjoy it.
I love your content! I love the "boring" things that you do, because they are not at all boring! your lifestyle content is super interesting to me because, as I foreigner, I see how your routine differs from mine in many aspects and yet we are somehow struggling with the same stuff. I don't think you have to be innovative all the time, since what you are showing here is your life. All you have to do is live, have fun & grow. We will be here to watch any phase of it because you are such a beautiful, kind and captivating person. OMG YES COME TO BRAZIL
I feel similar to you, Hannah. I’m in my second year of teaching high school english, and i’m miserable in the school i’m at now and im questioning if education is even right for me, but im not good at anything else!! Hopefully we’ll both figure it out , but Im glad to know im not alone
I love your natural nails, I'm so jealous. You should try just gel polish on your natural nail! Also... I'm craving another good old school "what's in my bag"
Hannah, I can honestly see you working as a marketing agent for another team and it adding so much value to your life. It's okay to want more. You have one life to live and it helps if you enjoy it. - a real one
ive always felt the same as you about meeting someone organically! I honestly prayed about it a lot personally. my bf and i met at school and have both never used dating apps too! :) there is hope!
I didn’t want to use dating apps either and I think I found my forever person. We met through work and was amazing. All my friends said if I want love I needed to met someone on apps. It’s not true and my relationship is based off in person conversations not behind a screen. I’m with you. I hope the best for you and your love life.
hi hannah, i've been a viewer for a long time, usually a silent one lol. i've felt such comfort in you because i have adhd (inattention type, previously add) and have seen myself in you a lot. i have thought before that you could have it to but never commented anything of course i'm not about to diagnose you off of what i see from a youtube video LOL. but anyway, i just wanted to say i feel you on so many things and just thanks for being so real and honest and genuine
I never comment this even tho I watch every single one of your videos multiple times a week on repeat, but... I'm a real one🥺🥹❤ I just feel like such a fraud bc Ik there are some ppl who skip to the end or just say it without meaning it, but ilysm Hannah and you're doing great! and I not only hope that u know that, but that you believe it too.
For the record, it is okay to be in your mid-late twenties and not know what you want to do. It’s also okay to live with your parents to save up money to be where you actually want to be. Keep being real Hannah!
Piggy backing off this comment which is 10000% true.
I’m an older millennial and love watching your content. But we all go through that crisis with, what am I doing with my life? Should I do something completely new? That is all normal.
I’m also really glad to hear that you’ve been applying to some jobs. Now I’m not saying be part of the 9-5 cog but I think having a boss could really push you or ask you those difficult questions. What do YOU want out of this? How do you see yourself in 5 years? You don’t need to have the answers but having someone push you to be your best self really does make the difference.
All in all just saying, you’re killing it, and you will figure it out. Plus, we’re all just faking it till we make it
I didn't notice it until now, but Congrats on 800k subscribers. Keep being the bright, shining star that you are.
Congrats on 800k girl!!!! I love the honest and real chat!
TBH as a corporate girly who is working hard to become a full-time content creator... I understand what you're saying, but the honest truth is that TIME is the best value of all. And you have that NOW! If you wanna travel the world, you get two weeks out of the whole year to do that in the corporate world... and you can't take two weeks at once. So if you want to travel the world... DO IT NOW! Go live your life, be based out of your parents house and travel the world. Getting caught in the corporate life is the last thing I recommend, but I'm proud of your growth mindset! YOU GOT IT
“When your hobby turns into your lifeline, it’s not a hobby anymore”
Thank you for saying this! I don’t think doing what we love for a career has to be our #1 hobby. Maybe you will love the corporate world but it will also be JUST work and you can come home to your hobbies.
Tbh you're one of the few creators that I actually watch every single video of! Your video's are familiar, comforting and I can just listen to you talk for-ever! So just do you, I'll be watching
Being in my late thirties, i can tell you no matter what age you are, its ok not to know what to do and/or try to find out what type of work makes you happy. Same thing with dating. I was working for a company that unexpectedly closed, so now its reapplying back in the workforce, so now I've learned that if i dont like a job, you dont have to stay forever, like i did cause it was way comfortable. Also, i figured out what work made me more happy so now i look for work in the field which makes me happy to go to work. So in conclusion, just keep keeping it real Hannah 😊
I read a book a while back that I think was called Light from uncommon stars and a quote that really stuck with me was "Tomorrow is tomorrow. Over there is over there. And the here and now is not a bad time and place to be, especially when so much of the unknown is beautiful."
I've really tried to live by that recently. It's a much more positive approach to life. You got this!
I loved the little bit around 19:00 where you mentioned liking watching other people do "boring" stuff (and that it makes you happy when people say that to you) because while I don't really watch that many vloggers, I love having stuff to watch that feels like I'm watching a friend on FT. All my friends atm are long distance, and I work from home, so it's really easy to get lonely, and having videos like this are awesome because there's no pressure to also be presentable for a FT call (because that can get exhausting). I've really loved having your videos around to watch for the past few years. Your mid-20s can be a super weird time where you feel really lost (going through the same thing rn), so I get it, and I think whatever you end up doing and trying and pursuing, you'll be fantastic ❤
Sonder: german word for the realization that each random passerby is living a life as vivid and complex as your own, in which you might appear only once. Describes really well what you were saying about realising other people also have their whole lives!
not to be a bummer but this isnt a real thing in german, it was made up by american author and neologist John Koenig in 2012 for a dictionary project (the meaning is still cool though)
I really hope you see this because I want you to know how much comfort your videos bring me! Please don’t ever feel like you’re putting out boring/repetitive content. Your “mundane” day in life videos are my favorite! I’ll watch them multiple times because it truly feels like chatting with a friend on FaceTime (total parasocial relationship 😬). I’ve had a lifelong dream of living in NYC, so I love living vicariously through you in your day-to-day vlogs. Also, quick side note, I turned 30 this year and I think that feeling of “what am I doing with my life?” never really goes away… because how will we ever know if we’re making the right decisions? Just gotta live in the moment and enjoy the ride ❤
Loving your content!
For your podcast, it could maybe be a "dear Hannah" and be a place where people can send in questions and have your opinion on things?
Love this, or at least a regular segment within the podcast.
Hannah, just wanted to say you are my favorite youtuber because we are so similar, you are so relatable. We are the same age and graduated the same year, and we have so many of the same thoughts and feelings about life! I always love hearing your perspective and watching your videos. Keep being great 💗
Hannah just also want to say I think you would do so well in a structured job. You’re so organised and intelligent, you would thrive in a setting like that. Also it would add another exciting element to your RUclips videos.
Yes!! I'm 24 going on 25 this year and I completely get that stuck feeling & like there's a missing piece but you can't put your finger on what's missing!!
I am 34 and your channel is the most comforting channel that I watch on RUclips. Don’t ever think it doesn’t matter. It does. I come here when I need calmness in my life.
As a Brazilian who lived in Spain, I can say that you will absolutely LOVE both countries 😍 and Hannah, I love your vlogs! Your content help me to practice English! Your work is not meaningless. 🥰
I felt this one in my spirit. Navigating gratitude because you recognize the blessing in what you're doing while simultaneously craving something different, something more, is TRICKY. If it helps, this internet stranger is right there with you xx
21:39 Girl thanks for sharing ❤❤ trust me it doesn't sound like you're complaining at all! On the contrary, it was refreshing to hear someone else be so open an honest with these types of struggles such as people pleasing and overthinking, especially coming from someone like you who has achieved so much success 💞 To anyone reading this, you got this! I'm realizing more and more how normal it is to feel lost in your 20s. We're all ouy here just trying our best😅 rooting for you all!
There’s so much I wanna say but you’re my comfort RUclipsr Hannah and I appreciate how honest you were in this video about the struggles of feeling lost. Makes me feel more human and that you and I aren’t so different.
love your honesty💗one of the things I appreciate about your chanel. honest and raw.
Hannah, I think making more videos on books and joining book tube would be a great asset to your channel and it would take a bit of the pressure to be likable for the sake of being a lifestyle creator off. You seem to really enjoy talking about books so it could be fun.
Hannah, you literally articulate your (and my) feelings so well. Everything I do it never feels right and I still don’t have it figured out. I just turned 30 and can definitely relate to this in terms of thinking about EVERYTHING, anxious about who likes me or if everybody likes me. My brain is exhausting I’m sure you can relate. It’s nice hearing you talk about it and it makes me feel less alone but I hope you know how proud I am of you (I’m literally nobody but have been following you forever) and watching you figure it out is a blessing and it feels like we’re figuring it out together. Sending you so much love ❤
i was ready to do my own gel nails at my home, just looking for a video while doing it, the way i SCREAMED when I read the title of your video, loved it.
hannah, i quit my teaching job at the beginning of january bc i was unfulfilled and miserable. i've applied to over 300 jobs and i've had a few interviews here and there but i've been freelancing in tutoring and other contractor jobs. i'm also about to turn 25. i totally get it. it's terrifying. but i believe that something will come my way at the right time and i know that you believe that too. we got this!!🎉
Love these sitdown videos. I’ve been doing Gel X nail for the past 5 months I think by myself and I love it. Two tips: 1st: buy a goose neck UV lamp to curate individual nails! It’s easier to just point it to nail instead of putting your hand under the UV light. 2nd: when you apply the gel on the nail add a little blob of gel in the free edge so it adheres to your own nail better! It makes it last forever. And please come to Brazil! Would love to have you here! ❤
I’m excited to watch your new reading vlog! One thing I’d really like to see you explore is volunteering in your community (and even when you travel). I volunteer regularly and it honestly is SO rewarding, both for myself and the people I help. It’s an awesome thing to do and I’d love to see more content creators volunteering
I think it’s more than okay to try new things! It’s okay to learn how to love your hobbies and passions again, but finding how to incorporate them in your life through a different light!
Charley is a mood this entire video
Just entered my thirties and can relate to how you feel currently. When I was 25, my outlook in life was completely different and I had no idea where life would take me.
I think it’s very natural to feel like things still need figuring out in your twenties. There’s so much pressure sometimes to have a plan or know what’s next.
I love this video and videos like this! It’s so nice to hear the honesty of moving and not knowing where your supposed to be or what your supposed to be doing. It’s like a personal video combined with one of your open podcasts. :) thank you for continuing to be honest. It helps those of us who also feel stuck and unsure about our futures.
hannah!!! as a 26 y/o who has always wanted to make youtube videos consistently (literally would love for that to be my job) but is currently working as a freelance videographer for a small social media marketing agency, it is SO interesting to hear you talk about how you feel like that's what you might be missing! i'm constantly feeling like i'm "too late" to try something new / go in a different direction and it feels like there are almost TOO many options that might be the right fit for me lol
all of this to say, and as so many other people here have said, you are not alone in this feeling! and as much as i used to dread the thought of getting older, i'm actually getting really excited for my 30s and how much better i'll know myself by then :)
you truly have created such a comforting, safe space for so many - so so proud of you
I just came back from Japan visiting my family and friends (I’m currently living in Northern California)🇯🇵🇯🇵❤️. I was so happy when you said you want to visit Japan in the future. You’re going to love it there! It’s clean, safe, beautiful, and everything is tasty with affordable price. I would avoid to go between June to Sep, because it’s a rainy season and summer is too hot and humid. I’ve been enjoying your videos. It makes me cozy and comfy. Love you Hannah🫶🏻
Ive been watching you for years and I loveee seeing you grow into the person you are today. You’ve always been so honest and relatable and I love that. Love you!!!!
Hannah I loved this video! I also really enjoy doing my own nails at home and getting to watch you do it as you talked to us felt so fun and comforting☺Your points about not feeling fully satisfied with being an influencer are totally valid, thank you for being so transparent with us! It's funny because you're not the only one feeling like that lately, another girl I follow (who I think you've met because she's in NYC too!) Ana Wolfermann, just made a TikTok about this and is basically in the same boat as you. Just like any other job, being an influencer has its downsides and as long as you acknowledge the privileges that come with it (which you do!) there's nothing wrong with expressing frustration with the negative aspects and wanting a break from those. I will say tho that your "boring" content is my favorite, you're my comfort RUclipsr and I can relate to you in so many ways so honestly I love all your content LOL but there's something really cozy about your vlogs that always helps me relax.
This video was truly one of my favourites! I love the way you think and express yourself and I related to so many things. We definitely need this type of videos more often ❤️
Dear Hannah, it has been a pleasure and an honour to listen to you in this video. I absolutely love all of your content, but even more so when I can have an insight of how you think and see the world. You are such a deep thinker and I can relate to so much of what you share, be it your ideas, feelings or aspirations. Thank you for being around and for trusting us with this content ♥️
Being in this place in your life at your age is totally normal. I was 30 before I found the career that I really wanted to be in. It is good to try new things and explore your options so you can find out what you really want.
don't get discouraged! I met my boyfriend two years ago in an in person setting (and I was 27 when I met him). What is meant for you will be for you, just enjoy life for now! I feel like when I stopped looking for a relationship, we met. It's kind of crazy how life works out that way
Hi Hannah! I am 60 and love your videos and your honesty and openness about your anxiety. I am a sufferer of it as well as all 3 of my grown boys. Have a great week! Hi from SC.😎🏖
can't believe that i am earlyy and honestly i wanted to say i love these chill vlogs just as much as i love hannah's traveling vlogs
I've been watching you since highschool and now im getting my masters degree and you and your content still feels like the big sister i never had. i can never truly put it into words how much your content has comforted me in times of distress. i love u so so so much
I'm so happy you've gotten into reading! It's one of my favorite hobbies. One thing I will say, especially in the fantasy genre, is it is so important to read diversely. Books can be harmful just as much as they can be helpful. Some authors I would recommend are Tracy Deonn, R.F. Kuang, N.K. Jemison, Octavia Butler, Nghi Vi, Sabaa Tahir, Hafsah Faizal and Aiden Thomas. Please don't let this discourage you from reading and expanding your horizons. I wish you all the best in your reading!
Can't believe you'd think that your videos don't have any added value, because they literally make my day every single week. I also love your podcast. I was in your 1% top listeners last year. Genuinely have enjoyed your content for 3-4 years now because you're just showing your day to day normal life. It truly is comforting. Especially because we're the same age. Just do what makes you happy girl❤ I'm a real one ofc🫶🏼
I feel like I have a lot of the same thoughts as you do and find a majority of what you're talking about super relatable. I'm 30 and have no idea what I'm doing with my life. Just trying to stay afloat and take things day by day without worrying too much. God has definitely given me so much peace and strength and that I wouldn't have been able to have on my own otherwise. Thanks for being so open and vulnerable.
Working for myself as a 22 yr old living in nyc, I’m also feeling the exact same way! It’s so hard feeling so blessed for what I do but my livelihood depends on how others perceive me. Also the fact that one of my hobbies turned into my career and lost its sparkle. You hit the mark, thank you for talking about this! I feel a lot less alone
watching this while doing my own nails after having felt a lil lost over the last week (: thanks for being there hannah, you’re doing great and i’m so excited to see how your future unfolds!
hannah you inspire me, from your vlogs studying, routine, doing things in your room at your parents' house like new hobbies, remodeling it, doing night routine (in fact the first video I watched was a night routine video and I felt very comfortable there) soon after that I marathoned ALL your videos!
now that you live alone you inspire me to become independent like you are, go places alone, understand that life is good even though I don't have a boyfriend, giving me the portrait of a real person, please keep posting videos because they give me Help a lot, know that there is someone like me in their 20s who is still trying to find themselves in life
I'm sure it's not just me but you inspire many girls! Thank you for sharing your vulnerabilities with us, my eyes are full of tears here knowing that you exist, you are real 🥹 I love you so much and I'm very proud of you 🤍 hugs from 🇧🇷
Hannah, I could listen to you talk all day. Wishing you the best with your marketing job search!!
As part of the probably not that much amount of Spanish people watching you it feels so cool that you say you want to visit in here!! I'm sure you will be thrilled
I've watched your channel since you were a freshman in college, and I can definitely see how trying the corporate world could be fulfilling, especially if you find a role that matches what you studied and liked in school! That's how I was out of college with my supply chain degree. I have a corporate job now, and while the routine is nice for a creature of habit, it has its own downsides of unfulfillment. Sometimes I wish I worked on something MORE for myself and less for a huge company who doesn't know me. Maybe working for a small business with an admirable mission is the sweet spot here. Hugs!
love your content hannah! what you were talking about at the end is called "sonder", which is the realisation that every passerby has a life as complex as your own. it's such a strange but wonderful feeling to experience. lots of love from australia, we can't wait for you to visit one day xx
everything aside, because your feelings on content creation as a job are soooo valid, your content is my favorite thing I consume on the internet - as a real one since the temple days ILY and your videos make my life better 🤍
Hannah Elise’s videos make me smile 😊
the feeling of realizing everyone has their own life and own story is called sonder!!
For the dating thing, it is absolutely so realistic to find somebody without apps. I found my partner without any of that or expecting to and we’ve been together for four years now. The dating culture could be way different in NYC than KC, but as long as you’re going places outside of ur apartment you’re increasing that likelihood of meeting great people. Not even going out and partying necessarily :)
Throne of glass is literally the best series i’ve ever read, better than ACOTAR! You’ll LOVE IT 🤩
Loved this video Hannah! I‘ve been watching since your college times and I watch every single vid 🥰
It was so interesting to hear you struggles with your job and you were not complaining at all! I‘ve noticed this with a lot of youtubers that the perfect balance seems to be a job (maybe part time) and a youtube channel on the side. Creating content out of life it self must be exhausting, even though I also love watching vlogs where people clean and edit etc. But when thats all you do and cutting videos I totally understand that after a while it may not be fulfilling anymore. I don‘t know how it is in the US but working in corporate is not so bad as people make it out to be. You meet lots of new people, do interesting work and often get a lot of corporate benefits. Just depends on the company and your boundaries. Good luck on your journey! ❤
I don't ever comment on RUclips videos butttt I wanted to say that I have always loved your content! You're one of my comfort youtubers especially because I feel like we're quite similar, I also studied marketing at uni, graduated last year and figuring out what I want to do so I love keeping up with what you're doing. It just feels comforting to watch someone go through similar life experiences as you. Keep going Hannah and do whatever feels right for you! 💗💗
Honestly meeting someone organically is the best.. personally.. so many of us feel the same❤ also about the feeling like something is missing, I talk to God when I feel the same. Just a thought. It’s helped me so yeah..
love this video! I related so hard when you talked about creating content loses its luster and/or sparkle when it becomes your lifeline!
YES TO EVERYTHING U SAID ABOUT FANTASY! I just started ACOTAR this year and a court of mist and fury is the BEST
I 100% agree with the love part
I want to find someone like the old days, I think it’s possible.
I just understand you so much!! It’s like I’m ok with not having anyone but at the same time I’d like to have someone 🤞🏻
You are doing amazing so just take it slow!
We all like you here! Keep doing RUclips videos and don't worry about us being bored, I literally love all your content and keep up with every video, I would watch you read a phone book or going to the DMV, that's how good your content is and how likeable your personality is
I'm a real one, I love your videos and look forward to them every week. Its great watching you on my Monday's while I sip my coffee and reviewing my work emails hahaha. I'm 26 and have no idea what I'm doing.
I spent a moment to write this because I knew you would read it. I do find your regular ordinary daily life content just incredible. The podcast, the lifestyle vlog, all of it. I work as a content writer on the side, and I agree that working just part time as a content consultant would be good for you. I'm also an Aussie, so please come see us! You'll love it.
Congrats n the 800K, onto bigger things!
thank you for being so vulnerable, i adore you and so proud of you beyond words❤
Hi Hannah! I have diagnosed OCD as well it sucks truly. You are such an inspiration to me , keep doing you girl!
I love your videos. You are the only youtuber I am able to keep up with and your videos provide me comfort bc we think and feel the same about everything. You've also inspired me to want to travel and know that I'm able to do things on my own. I also love the podcast. 💜
You’re my favorite person to listen to 🩷 I’d love for you to talk about books more, and I am sooo excited for the reading vlog!! Throne of glass is my absolute favorite book series
I never comment on videos but I wanted to say that your videos are so warm and comforting to me! I love watching your videos to get motivation to be productive and get things done:)
about the trips, I’m from São Paulo, Brazil and you’re gonna love it here so much, like you have no idea how incredible it is and seeing how much you enjoyed Thailand I know it’s gonna be a similar experience, can’t wait to see the cafes you’re gonna visit here ☺️
I was just sitting doing my nails as well throughout this whole video haha but Hannah it is completely normal to feel this way and as an almost 25 year old I absolutely relate to everything you say! I know we'll figure it out eventually so I'm trying to trust the process!❤
about the content-related question, I love watching RUclipsrs do everyday routines without something extraordinary because I feel closer to them and that they are just people too just like me. It doesn't make me feel that I am lazy or that I don't do things so girl keep vlogging keep doing what you love and don't even think you are boring bc you are so creative and fun to watch!!!!
literally everything you said about dating is exactly how I feel. I don't need it right now and I don't like dating apps. I just want to meet someone organically and not have all the anxiety that i do around dating apps. we are in the SAME BOAT bestie
29:49 the word to describe what you're feeling is "sonder" [ son-der ] - [noun]
The feeling one has on realizing that every other individual one sees has a life as full and real as one’s own, in which they are the central character and others, including oneself, have secondary or insignificant roles:
In a state of sonder, each of us is at once a hero, a supporting cast member, and an extra in overlapping stories.
I really love when you're honest and open with your viewers. I think we're all just trying to figure it out. ❤️ I would LOVE to see a Japan Trip video. That would be soooooo cool!!!! Australia too!!
quite obsessed with this video, as someone who loves to multitask I think this video was so original hahaha like why not pull out the camera?? felt authentic af been a subscriber since legit 2018
I totally understand the feeling the something is missing and that something needs to change. I believe that applying to jobs is a good step into finding out what you really want. I hope you get the job so you can interact with others and like your want, focus on other areas of life. Good luck!
Hannah, People Like You. There's just something about you that is interesting! To prove my point, I am a 57 year old single woman who works from home in Florida. I am probably the furthest from your regular demographic, but I thoroughly enjoy your content.
I get everything that you're saying, but know this... People that are watching you... care about you, your life, your thoughts, your feelings. It doesn't need to be new or fresh or exciting because it's about you and your life and we feel privileged to be a part of that and a part of your journey. And we just want you to be OK so like whatever content you put out is ok because it tells us how you are and reassures us that you are doing well ... Speaking for the group, you are important to us. We love you.❤
I feel like everyone is kind of experiencing the same thing of burnout and just wanting to change overall. But experience it differently. I am 24, been in the education industry for a while. I have kind of wanted a change. But scared too. But now also seems like a good time to do it. Love watching your videos and just relating to the same thing.
Girl, I am in my early twenties, I feel I am getting older and I don't know what to do with my life still while others my age or younger already seem to have their lives together, a stable job, a family of their own and I feel like I am stuck in one place but at the same time, I am truly happy with these years of my life because it is different than everyone else but it is peaceful and clam stress free. But I feel I shouldn't just stay in one place because no one ever does stay in their comfort zone....and I dont wanna but I need to. It's hard and I completely understand you, you feel like you are meant to do something greater with your life but you are not doing it right now. Oh well, I'll see what happens because not everyone has the same pace and that's okay! I just need to remember that everytime I feel like that.
You should totally come to Brazil! You'll love it here! Also, if you want to continue on the fantasy book genre, I recommend the Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy, it's really good.
girl, i really appreciate your transparency with your youtube journey. Thank you for sharing your journey and being real with us.
Hannah, I love that video so much! Your channel is so relatable and I love seeing you in your reading era! The Throne of Glass series is one of my all time favorite fantasy series and I cannot wait to see your opinions on that. I also recommend the Crescent City series, Powerless, Once upon a broken heart and the Shatter me series (this is more dystopian than fantasy)
Greetings from Germany
Okay...truth be told, i'm a quiet real one. I've been watching and liking your videos for a while now and I never comment - 1. because i'm shy and 2. i'm older than dirt and don't want to come off as a mother. Anyway, i'm much older but i still love watching your videos and love your vibe because I feel like you have an old soul in you and just love that you are being you, something i could never do when i was your age and it's really inspiring; even for this old gal. I'm happy you'll never give up creating content because I would miss it because your videos are just like a warm cozy fire to me. Anyway, all that to say your content brings value to me and i truly enjoy it.
Loving your reading era! I just finished up kingdom of ash from the throne of glass series and I’m unwell.
I love your content! I love the "boring" things that you do, because they are not at all boring! your lifestyle content is super interesting to me because, as I foreigner, I see how your routine differs from mine in many aspects and yet we are somehow struggling with the same stuff.
I don't think you have to be innovative all the time, since what you are showing here is your life. All you have to do is live, have fun & grow. We will be here to watch any phase of it because you are such a beautiful, kind and captivating person.
OMG YES COME TO BRAZIL
I feel similar to you, Hannah. I’m in my second year of teaching high school english, and i’m miserable in the school i’m at now and im questioning if education is even right for me, but im not good at anything else!! Hopefully we’ll both figure it out , but Im glad to know im not alone
I love your natural nails, I'm so jealous. You should try just gel polish on your natural nail! Also... I'm craving another good old school "what's in my bag"
Hannah, I can honestly see you working as a marketing agent for another team and it adding so much value to your life. It's okay to want more. You have one life to live and it helps if you enjoy it.
- a real one
ive always felt the same as you about meeting someone organically! I honestly prayed about it a lot personally. my bf and i met at school and have both never used dating apps too! :) there is hope!
I was doing my nails and the notification came up! So excited! 💜
Ханна, ты очень вдохновляешь и мотивируешь меня. Ты и твои влоги делают мою жизнь лучше и капельку счастливее🤎 Спасибо тебе за это🤎 Очень тебя люблю🤎
I didn’t want to use dating apps either and I think I found my forever person. We met through work and was amazing. All my friends said if I want love I needed to met someone on apps. It’s not true and my relationship is based off in person conversations not behind a screen. I’m with you. I hope the best for you and your love life.
Hannah, best vlog - honestly - so fresh and real. This is why I follow you.
hi hannah, i've been a viewer for a long time, usually a silent one lol. i've felt such comfort in you because i have adhd (inattention type, previously add) and have seen myself in you a lot. i have thought before that you could have it to but never commented anything of course i'm not about to diagnose you off of what i see from a youtube video LOL. but anyway, i just wanted to say i feel you on so many things and just thanks for being so real and honest and genuine
Thank you. I needed this message. I’ve also felt stuck for months. So thank you for this wise message and reminder. ❤
for the fulfilment issue- I recommend volunteering!
I never comment this even tho I watch every single one of your videos multiple times a week on repeat, but... I'm a real one🥺🥹❤ I just feel like such a fraud bc Ik there are some ppl who skip to the end or just say it without meaning it, but ilysm Hannah and you're doing great! and I not only hope that u know that, but that you believe it too.