As someone who is currently filled with self-hatred and insecurities, I started tearing up midway through the video. I turned 25 a couple of days ago as well and I feel nowhere near to where I want to be and who I want to be. Thank you for reigniting my hope that maybe things can in fact get better.
Dear Mareeen - please don’t waste your youth on self hatred, I remember when I turned 25 thought I was old. Trust me these are going to be your best years EVER. Go out take chances, do things for other people and yes, like she says it DOES get better. Wishing you the best journey!
If you are a good person in heart and spirit, that is all you have to be. Many of us find ourselves in the wrong story throughout life's journey, but these stories are how we learn and from which we find strength. Be true to yourself and you will find yourself in the right place at the right time. Be strong and believe, even if at times you find yourself alone, we all get there, and for those who find the path more difficult, the eventual rewards are so much greater.
"i promise it does get better, in fact it becomes unbelievably beautiful." (that was so beautiful, I am 15 and I resonat with your words so much. Its so insprational to see how much you have grown.)
you’re not wrong about the shift with 25!!! there’s an undeniable quality to it that you can just sense. maybe it’s our frontal cortexes fully developing who KNOWS!
I love how even though this is your channel, and we're here for you, you've made each of your bestfriends the main character as well. LOVE the vibes and can't wait to see more adventures in Paris from you ladies!
Wow the “message to my younger self” part made me so emotional. I turned 25 six months ago and really reflected on how far I’ve come and how well I’ve gotten to know myself recently. I set a goal for myself to feel proud of everything I’ve accomplished and appreciate the now, even though I still have so many things I want to accomplish moving forward.
Elena.. oh my god your letter to your past self made my so teary eyed. Happy birthday! I know I'm a stranger on the internet, but you are so so wonderful and deserve the world! Happy happy 25
Thank you, Elena, i'm 18 and i really needed that pep talk, especially now that i have to choose university and everything seems so impossible and hard to get! Thank you, you are an amazing human being, you deserve everything you have and even more, you're such a good person ❤️
omg I LOVED this video!!! this was so dreamy, like a movie, I literally want this to be my life. the apartment you stayed in looked beautiful omg. also the message you included midway to your past self...that was exactly what I needed to hear. thank you, for soothing my soul.
Hi Elena, happy 25th birthday ! I'm a Parisian girl aged 27 living in the 4th (Le Marais) since a few years. I'd love to show you some iconic and less known spots of my neighbourhood if you'd like to. Enjoy your stay in Paris!
in tears from your monologue. so beautiful and so hopeful. seriously needed that advice- post grad has been so weird and i’ve been way too focused on the next chapter to enjoy this one
What you would tell your younger self…….you should tell your older self, every birthday. Every birthday you should replay that advice. It’s perfect. Joyeux anniversaire.
Just crying it's fine 😂 This tribute to life is everything! So beautiful! I'm also 25 and it felt like a big milestone year. So much is to come and it's happening in alll the moments. You continue to inspire me Elena ✨🤍
i live in paris and this is so nice to see people getting excited over the city ! even if i'm not from paris, when we live here we kind of forget how beautiful paris is (i hope one day i'll be able to visit & enjoy nyc as much as you enjoy paris !!)
That audio of you speaking to your younger self really hit me in my feels even though I'm just 20. I think I really needed to hear that as well, so thank you!! I´ll finally go on my first solo trip alone to France so watching this was very nice
You must be lucky enjoying this amazing weather during this season in Paris. ANYWAY, this voiceover is so wholesome, thanks for these words and happy (belated) birthday (◍•ᴗ•◍)❤
Good for you and how exciting. Enjoy every minute of it! Living in Paris or London in the next couple of years is a goal of mine so I love seeing this content. I just moved to NYC from the west coast and your videos helped pump me up before getting here so thank you 🖤
Happy Birthday!!! The montage with videos of your younger self while saying the most beautiful affirmations made me emo, you don’t know how many of us needed to hear that even now as a 22 year old! 💓
Happy birthday Elenaaa. Can you please make a video comparing us vs france in terms of cost of living? Hope this will be the best year of your life so far.
Wow did I need a cry session first thing in the morning? Seems so haha. Something in this video touched me so deep I just couldn`t help myself. Happy Birthday, happy you were born and we get to share a the same lifetime, even thru a screen
ALSO WHAT. I HAVE BEEN MANIFESTING A JACK EDWARDS AND ELENA TABER MEET UP ever since I knew you both were in Paris AND I CAN'T BELIEVE IT HAPPENED LMAO
Organised a suprise 13th birthday trip for my daughter to Paris. I'm saving this video to give to her once she knows (which is only 5 days before) your beautiful words I so want her to also hear ❤️❤️
Hi, Elena! Happy belated birthday ✨ Been a fan for a while but never really left a comment. This video is so meaningful and beautiful. So happy to see your growth as person and as a professional. Also we need to see the Elena Taber x Jack Edwards content soon!!! Enjoy your time in Paris xx
25…trying to remember what we did. On my birthday, my brother and sister in law graduated college so we celebrated at our newly bought house. I made the Nerdy Nummies pizza cake for my brother and sailor moon cookies for my sister in law. It was a great party. Probably the biggest age jump for me was 21. I got married at 20 and I’m 31 now. When I turned 21 I felt more like an adult even though I was already married and owned a house and 2 cars. I was living the dream but when I turned 21 I felt validated somehow. That year we spent st Patrick’s day in NYC, one of my favorite places, just not on st Patrick’s day 🤣 Happy Belated Birthday! This looks absolutely beautiful. Paris is one of our next stops in our world travels. My husband has been twice, once in high school for a class and once in college also for a class. Can’t wait! ❤️
I cant tell you how much I loved this video. It made me feel so understood and a little less lonely in my struggles. Even though it was your birthday I feel like you gave all of us a present. (The wording of that sounds a little strange but I think you’ll get the point haha). Anyway I felt like you were reading a letter I had written to my younger self. I recently turned 25 and I totally understand what you mean. Im so happy I came upon your channel 🥰 Bisous
I just got back from a week in Paris and soooo felt it wasn’t enough! You’re living my dream. Enjoy this incredible time (and ALL the delicious patisserie and boulangerie)
WELCOME TO THE GOOD SIDE ❤️
I love how u r everywhere bestie🖤
You two and Jack edwards PLEASE
who needs Emily in Paris when we have Elena in Paris 🤣
Happy birthday!
As someone who is currently filled with self-hatred and insecurities, I started tearing up midway through the video. I turned 25 a couple of days ago as well and I feel nowhere near to where I want to be and who I want to be. Thank you for reigniting my hope that maybe things can in fact get better.
Dear Mareeen - please don’t waste your youth on self hatred, I remember when I turned 25 thought I was old. Trust me these are going to be your best years EVER. Go out take chances, do things for other people and yes, like she says it DOES get better. Wishing you the best journey!
It’s ok girl. No 2 people are on the same course in life. Don’t beat yourself up for things you can’t control, and enjoy the things you can. ❤️
If you are a good person in heart and spirit, that is all you have to be. Many of us find ourselves in the wrong story throughout life's journey, but these stories are how we learn and from which we find strength. Be true to yourself and you will find yourself in the right place at the right time. Be strong and believe, even if at times you find yourself alone, we all get there, and for those who find the path more difficult, the eventual rewards are so much greater.
Never is late you still have time to achieve everything
"i promise it does get better, in fact it becomes unbelievably beautiful."
(that was so beautiful, I am 15 and I resonat with your words so much. Its so insprational to see how much you have grown.)
you’re not wrong about the shift with 25!!! there’s an undeniable quality to it that you can just sense. maybe it’s our frontal cortexes fully developing who KNOWS!
I needed to hear this ❤️
the "throwback moment" and the inspirational message to yourself was so moving ! happy birthday and all the best for your new journey in Paris !! ♥︎
9:35 literally thinking "Jack was in Paris too they can meet" and you did meet him! happy birthday Elena♥
same hahaha
aww jack edwards!! the collab i never knew i needed
I love how even though this is your channel, and we're here for you, you've made each of your bestfriends the main character as well. LOVE the vibes and can't wait to see more adventures in Paris from you ladies!
I got so emotional when you speak to your younger self, it was what I need to hear..thank you
I got "Before Sunset" vibes from watching this. Paris is so beautiful 😍
When she said Jack, a booktuber I SCREAMEDDDDDD MY FAVSSSS
Wow the “message to my younger self” part made me so emotional. I turned 25 six months ago and really reflected on how far I’ve come and how well I’ve gotten to know myself recently. I set a goal for myself to feel proud of everything I’ve accomplished and appreciate the now, even though I still have so many things I want to accomplish moving forward.
you said Jack and I immediately knew who it was!! love you both!!!
Elena.. oh my god your letter to your past self made my so teary eyed. Happy birthday! I know I'm a stranger on the internet, but you are so so wonderful and deserve the world! Happy happy 25
Thank you, Elena, i'm 18 and i really needed that pep talk, especially now that i have to choose university and everything seems so impossible and hard to get! Thank you, you are an amazing human being, you deserve everything you have and even more, you're such a good person ❤️
Happy birthday Elena! This is what I want my life to look like when I’m 25! You are radiant!
omg I LOVED this video!!! this was so dreamy, like a movie, I literally want this to be my life. the apartment you stayed in looked beautiful omg. also the message you included midway to your past self...that was exactly what I needed to hear. thank you, for soothing my soul.
OMG YOU AND JACK TOGETHER IS THE CROSSOVER I DIDN'T KNOW I NEEDED IT
Tear up at the throwback video 🥲 Happy birthday Elena! Also your friendship with Ashley and Gabi seems like the sweetest ever.
You are constantly a role model, an inspiration, and a ✨virtual✨ best friend in your vids!
Hi Elena, happy 25th birthday ! I'm a Parisian girl aged 27 living in the 4th (Le Marais) since a few years. I'd love to show you some iconic and less known spots of my neighbourhood if you'd like to.
Enjoy your stay in Paris!
You look so natural in Paris, like it was made for you.
Your vlogs make me feel like I'm there with you guys!! :)
well that speech made me cry✨
in tears from your monologue. so beautiful and so hopeful. seriously needed that advice- post grad has been so weird and i’ve been way too focused on the next chapter to enjoy this one
happy birthday you sweet soul. ive been watching you since PLNU and it’s been incredible to see you grow
This must be one of the prettiest vlogs I've ever seen 🥺🥺😭❤️❤️❤️
What you would tell your younger self…….you should tell your older self, every birthday. Every birthday you should replay that advice. It’s perfect. Joyeux anniversaire.
Just crying it's fine 😂 This tribute to life is everything! So beautiful! I'm also 25 and it felt like a big milestone year. So much is to come and it's happening in alll the moments. You continue to inspire me Elena ✨🤍
I cried so hard in the clip when you talk to yourself, happy birthday we adore you and your amazing content
that voiceover was so emotional! and so inspiring.
i live in paris and this is so nice to see people getting excited over the city !
even if i'm not from paris, when we live here we kind of forget how beautiful paris is
(i hope one day i'll be able to visit & enjoy nyc as much as you enjoy paris !!)
what a dream!! celebrating your 25th in one of the best cities in the world ugh you’re so lucky
Happy birthday Elena! I have loved seeing you grow over the past few years :)
The letter to yourself made me cry the happiest tears😭🤍
That audio of you speaking to your younger self really hit me in my feels even though I'm just 20. I think I really needed to hear that as well, so thank you!! I´ll finally go on my first solo trip alone to France so watching this was very nice
You must be lucky enjoying this amazing weather during this season in Paris. ANYWAY, this voiceover is so wholesome, thanks for these words and happy (belated) birthday (◍•ᴗ•◍)❤
This made me cry, you look so happy and Im so happy for you
Good for you and how exciting. Enjoy every minute of it! Living in Paris or London in the next couple of years is a goal of mine so I love seeing this content. I just moved to NYC from the west coast and your videos helped pump me up before getting here so thank you 🖤
i lived in london for a bit, can’t recommend enough! enjoy!
your message to your younger self really hit me, you're such an inspiration!!
Omg this literally made me teared up😢… you are worth of much love and your message is so organic and soooo beyond your years.
Not me about to cry watching this. Elena you shine so bright and as a subscriber, I look up to your radiance and strong will. ❤️
Happy belated 25th birthday Elena🥳
Happy Birthday!!! The montage with videos of your younger self while saying the most beautiful affirmations made me emo, you don’t know how many of us needed to hear that even now as a 22 year old! 💓
True!
I’m 57 and I needed to hear this.😊 we are our worst critics. Self kindness is so essential.
Happy birthday Elenaaa. Can you please make a video comparing us vs france in terms of cost of living? Hope this will be the best year of your life so far.
made me tear up, so happy for you and how far you came 🥺💛✨ need to say those words to myself right now!
the throwback made me emotional :’) the message is just what i needed. hope you had a wonderful birthday
I could never get tired of that view from your window, it's like a living postcard
The vibes are immaculate with this video!! You are all thriving - hope you keep having the best time in Paris!!
jesus this made me emotional - so beautiful
Needed that little pep talk !! Just moved to a new city and know it's gonna work out :)
Wow did I need a cry session first thing in the morning? Seems so haha. Something in this video touched me so deep I just couldn`t help myself. Happy Birthday, happy you were born and we get to share a the same lifetime, even thru a screen
same same
omg u were 19 when you went to paris, i've been watching your videos ever since ❤️❤️❤️
omg so crazy! what a journey it's been
@@ElenaTaber and ur new york vlogs too! Where u shared a space and ur bed was on a top bunk!! Anyway happy birthday, you deserve everything!! 💗😍
HAPPY BIRTHDAY LOVE!!! such a vibe!!! in love, hope you have an amazing time in this adventure, you deserve it 💌
Such a wholesome video! Love the message and the throwback footage. Thank you for the inspiration 😊
ALSO WHAT. I HAVE BEEN MANIFESTING A JACK EDWARDS AND ELENA TABER MEET UP ever since I knew you both were in Paris AND I CAN'T BELIEVE IT HAPPENED LMAO
Organised a suprise 13th birthday trip for my daughter to Paris. I'm saving this video to give to her once she knows (which is only 5 days before) your beautiful words I so want her to also hear ❤️❤️
absolutely beautiful. youre such an inspiration!
youre so cool and im so happy for you that youre able to tell your younger self so many affirming positive things
Happy Birthday! wish you the absolute best and success
out of everything I did not expect for Jack to pop up in your video
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!
i love your jewelery and you have such beautiful hair!
love the jack cameo!!
This is such a beautiful video … Paris will treat you well ❤️☺️ enjoy
This was beautifully made! Congrats Elena and cheers to another amazing year of life!
I cant wait for freaking more omg this is making me so excited to catch up on all the travels I should've done in my early 20s!!!
ily so much, im so proud of you and i love paris. this is beautiful. me throughout the video: dont cry dont cry pls dont cry
wow this literally made me cry, so beautifully made and inspiring
This was such a beautiful vlog🥰 The sentiment to your young self made me cry!!
wow I wouldn't have expected to cry in this video 🥲❤️
This video is so beautiful! You seem to have so much fun in Paris ☺️☺️
Happy birthday! You have nothing to be embarrassed about you are gorgeous! (and so are your friends)! 💖
i'm so happy to see you so happy!! this video is a dream
This video is so special!! Thank you so much for your words and beautiful looks inside your life
Hi, Elena! Happy belated birthday ✨
Been a fan for a while but never really left a comment. This video is so meaningful and beautiful. So happy to see your growth as person and as a professional. Also we need to see the Elena Taber x Jack Edwards content soon!!! Enjoy your time in Paris xx
You are an amazing person and such a wonderful role model for all girls!! I hope you had the happiest of birthdays in Paris!!
That middle part really got me. I think I needed to hear it and..gosh thank you. thank you. thank you. happy birthday! :)
You reminded me to look forward for all the pivotal moments in life. Very refreshing! Happy birthday girl!
you deserve all good things in life!!! you've worked so hard !!
Wow this video was everything! Happy birthday queen!! Also I melted at 3:51 with couple behind you 🥺🥺
love that you and jack met in Paris!!
25…trying to remember what we did. On my birthday, my brother and sister in law graduated college so we celebrated at our newly bought house. I made the Nerdy Nummies pizza cake for my brother and sailor moon cookies for my sister in law. It was a great party. Probably the biggest age jump for me was 21. I got married at 20 and I’m 31 now. When I turned 21 I felt more like an adult even though I was already married and owned a house and 2 cars. I was living the dream but when I turned 21 I felt validated somehow. That year we spent st Patrick’s day in NYC, one of my favorite places, just not on st Patrick’s day 🤣 Happy Belated Birthday! This looks absolutely beautiful. Paris is one of our next stops in our world travels. My husband has been twice, once in high school for a class and once in college also for a class. Can’t wait! ❤️
Such a good content! I love how real u are❤
Omg seeing you and jack is like a crossover episode!! I was not expecting to see his face haha!
Found you from the MAKE IT video you did. First time watching your content. Loved seeing your flashback moments. You a gained a new subscriber. 💕✨
Elena you have no idea how happy this video makes me
you're living my DREAMM!!! happy birthday elena! loved watching your vids and following u on ur journey in life
this is perfect in every way possible from filming to editing, to what you said. i might have cried a little :)
I didn’t cry during your birthday message/speech 🥲
Few more years and everything will be downhill. Happy birthday!
The sweetest love note to yourself! Thank you :)
I cant tell you how much I loved this video. It made me feel so understood and a little less lonely in my struggles. Even though it was your birthday I feel like you gave all of us a present. (The wording of that sounds a little strange but I think you’ll get the point haha). Anyway I felt like you were reading a letter I had written to my younger self. I recently turned 25 and I totally understand what you mean. Im so happy I came upon your channel 🥰 Bisous
Aww your videos specially this trip for Paris shift my mood upp! now I'm ready to go continue my work ;)
Currently sobbing that lil speech was beautiful
I just got back from a week in Paris and soooo felt it wasn’t enough! You’re living my dream. Enjoy this incredible time (and ALL the delicious patisserie and boulangerie)
Happy birthday, Shēngrì kuàilè! Paris looks amazing, have a nice one and upload more videos about the city.
This Vlog feels like I’m hanging out with my super cool older sister
You made me cry a little ❤️ btw, in love with the paris content!
WOW absolutely loved this vlog!!! Bonne chance pour ton new stage dans ta vie!!
Loved this video so much! Definitely teared up during this!