ASMR • Memories from Michigan trip, Childhood, Money, Health • Soft Spoken
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- Опубликовано: 24 июл 2024
- Hi, you guys, in this video I'll talk about life, about our trip to Michigan and much more. You can turn down the volume to let the drumming of my voice help you fall asleep or you're welcome to listen to my thoughts. Thank you for being here! ♥
00:00 Intro, nervously relaxing myself into speaking, haha :)
02:52 Trips this year so far, traveling alone, family, water
10:35 Growing up in a tiny town, childhood without limits
15:42 Earning money, my views on money and debt
22:00 Painting prints and souvenirs from Michigan
29:51 Mental health, feeling blessed but not belonging
32:51 Back issues
34:50 What I learned that helps with back pain
38:35 Latest interests
41:17 Goodbyes :)
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Hi, you guys, in this video I'll talk about life, about our trip to Michigan and much more. You can turn down the volume to let the drumming of my voice help you fall asleep or you're welcome to listen to my thoughts. Thank you for being here! ♥
00:00 Intro, nervously relaxing myself into speaking, haha :)
02:52 Trips this year so far, traveling alone, family, water
10:35 Growing up in a tiny town, childhood without limits
15:42 Earning money, my views on money and debt
22:00 Painting prints and souvenirs from Michigan
29:51 Mental health, feeling blessed but not belonging
32:51 Back issues
34:50 What I learned that helps with back pain
38:35 Latest interests
41:17 Goodbyes :)
Hello, I hope you are very well and that you have a nice week with lots of joy and happiness, I will watch the video when I get off work since today I return to work after my vacation that I enjoyed a lot, I hope that the whole trip to Michigan went very well 🥰💕✨
Hey Maria! Thank you for making this video! You never fail to help me feel less alone. I hope you’re doing well! Much love💕💕💕
Hi Maria, antidepressants can be a lifesaver. Sometimes environmental changes and therapy are just not enough. All the best.
Maria, I really feel for what you said about yourself. I hope you'll find someone to guide you wisely though this lifelong spiritual crisis- keep looking, eh? Sending you love and courage, from Switzerland.
I hear you about finding inspiration from cooking shows! I put on Guy’s Grocery Games when I cook dinner, and it motivates me! 😆 I love Guy Fieri.
we ARE okay listening to you, Maria. Thank you so much to buid up the courage and energy to show yourself to us and take the time for this kind of talk!
I also want to answer this when she said, "I hope youre okay listening to me" 14:08 😊
Wasn't expecting to cry but you expressed what I (and so many others) have struggled with. As much as I enjoy your scripted ASMR videos, these open, honest rambles are better to me than "tingles." They remind us that we're not alone. That's all anyone really wants - a sense of connection. ❤️ Happy belated birthday, Maria.
Really love this comment and so agree 💗
I was feeling the exact same way and was about to comment something very similar! 💗💗💗
You sharing your struggles is not the same as complaining! We care about you and want to know how you are. I’m so sorry you’re in pain. That can have a huge impact on mental health. You are an amazing person 💛
I started listening to you during my pregnancy when I was 18. My daughter is now 13 and we both still listen to you. You have no idea how much you helped me during those tough years. Thank you ❤️😊
I am so sorry you feel this sadness Maria. There is a lot going on in the world right now, so it is normal to feel sad and out of place. I’m praying for your happiness and well being. 🙏🏻
I feel so sad too 😢 l just can't put my finger on what it is...
Those of us with children and grandchildren feel stress about the world we are leaving to our kids. We need to put ALL our worries in God’s hands. 🙏🏻🙏🏻
I love listening to you talking “at” us too, I’ve never felt a disconnect or something like that. One of my favourite things about your videos is whether you’re doing roleplays or chit-chats it’s so immersive and relaxing my mind forgets I’m watching a video for the moment, it truly feels like we’re just being pampered and/or hanging out. ❤ Wishing you peace & good health Maria, you’re such a wonderful soul and creator and we are all so grateful for all your hard work and what you share with us!
Sometimes I think I watch Maria just to feel like everything is going to be alright in the end. You're like the big sister I needed as a kid. Your authenticity and vulnerability is deeply soothing.Thank you so much for continuing to do these videos and sharing your heart with us.
Ooo yeah. You took the words right out of my mouth 😮😊
I COMPLETELY AGREE :-)
‘I feel like I’m not very well anymore. Maybe I never was’ stuck me so deeply. These open honest conversations are so important ❤️
Knowing that she struggles with anxiety makes me feel like I’m not alone!
Maria, you are such an incredibly compassionate, kind, and wonderful person. You are a light to so many and have been there for thousands to millions of people at various stages and emotions of life - some like me for more than a decade! You MORE than deserve the same support and love in return. I love these videos of just getting to see and hear you 🤍 Thank you for all you do.
And happy belated birthday🎉🎉🎉
Well said! Thank you.
Maria! Do not hesitate to post videos like this or feel like no one is listening, I absolutely love them. They are perfect for listening to and doing work to. asmr is not just about tingles or making videos that are aesthetically pleasing/satisfying, it’s also about that connection with your audience and reducing feelings of loneliness. So, if making videos like this makes you happy or helps you express feelings that otherwise go unexpressed, please do!
I ditto this comment. People who say mean things or negative things have mental issues. Just keep doing what you are doing :)
I feel like Masha has one of the most interesting life stories and inner perspectives/ philosophies, and she doesn't even know it. I am always here for this kinds of chats, sending lots of love ❤
Maria, i see and hear your videos for over 10 Years. You helped me when i can't fall asleep after a hard day of work on an IntensivCareUnit. You inspiratet me for coming down when my world was broken after my Mom pasted and my friend pasted too young.
I am hypnotized when i hear you voice every day. You let me dream when my hearth was broken and dark outside.
You gave me love when i felt alone. I was los and you find me back so that i walk back straith my life. I say THANK YOU FOR SO MANY HELP YOU GIVE ME. You dont know how much you have given to me let my Life living so much better. I love you like a Friend a good Friend. I thank you so much.
I wish you every Luck and Health you need. I hope your get ok. Sharing your Videos and any lifestamps. I am your Friend forever . You have the best Fans because you are the absolutely Queen of ASMR. The Best of the world for me.❤❤❤❤❤
Greetings from Germany, Duisburg
Christian.
Best Comment award 👏 👌
Maria!!! My husband has struggled with back pain and I can tell you from our experience that finding him a physical therapist was soooo helpful! He does stretches every single day and his PT said that walking and movement is supposed to be a good thing! He also ices every night. It’ll get better but having back issues is a roller coaster. You got this!! ❤❤❤
I feel the same way! You got this! Suffering with back pain is no joke but with the right stretches and exercises and reminding yourself it won’t be forever will help!
Sometimes we need to feel sad, feel our feelings, in order to process them. No kick in the butt, no feeling like you shouldn't feel sad because of the blessing you have. Just let the sadness be, don't rationalize it away. Lovely video ❤
This. So much of our emotional strife is refusing to feel our feelings.
I’m not a sad person, but I’m a person with a lot of sadness. This always resonates with me: “If I find in myself desires which nothing in this world can satisfy, the only logical explanation is that I was made for another world.”- C. S. Lewis
Wishing you well on your journey.
Wow I love that quote ❤
If only people truly understood what the quote means....
@@MatBaconMCwhat does it mean? Is it about heaven?
@@0r4n635lic3 Yep, spot on!
Love this quote. This life may let us down but only Jesus can truly satisfy!!
Stress and depression can definitely bring on physical pain. I know how you feel when you said that you felt like you don't belong. Maybe home is within you, because you help so many people? I too live with pain as well. You are such a sweetheart Maria. I would love to meet someone like you. When I feel down, I just remember to treat myself with kindness. Sending you healing vibes! Thank you for being you. I truly appreciate you ❤️
Feeling like you’re an odd one out, like you’re never at home around people, is so relatable - sending a giant hug ❤ ps. Saying how you feel, be it overwhelmed, or anxious, is not complaining! You can have a totally blessed life and also struggle with emotions. Our heads and hearts are often struggling to keep up with each other, so never feel bad to trying to voice your current state. Life is confusing and complex and it is so much better to talk about it than pretend everything is perfect ❤
María, that sadness and feeling of not belonging sounds like depression, it’s not about complaining it’s about acknowledging.
I love that you share your trip recaps with us, these chit chats videos feel very comforting for me and I imagine so many others. You have a way of making me feel like I’m right there with you. Thank you Maria. You’re so appreciated. You’re a light in this world, and I hope you know how loved you are.
i’ve lived in michigan my whole life so it’s nice to hear someone praise it like this 💜
Same! Wow, Maria was in Michigan!
*edit* I'm from the northern lower peninsula, about an hour and 15 to 30 minutes south of the bridge.
Same here! Grew up and live in mid Michigan
Me too 🥰 GR located.
Me too! South of GR.
Otter Lake Michigan here
You are our community’s mother, sister, friend, and safe space. Please allow yourself the same space to express your inner thoughts (when you’re comfortable). Whenever you post a personal update video I always check them out because I love to hear what you do and think outside of the asmr centered videos. I’ve known you since 2014 and I continue to hold a special place in my heart for you. Your relatability and vulnerability has picked me up when I’ve been low in my own life. I wish you nothing but the best and I hope you find the place that makes you feel like you truly belong
Very much appreciate your thoughts on solo travel. Being yourself in public without the demands of others is really an amazing thing. I'm really glad you got to go. Being of a third culture is tough. When I'm with my Hispanic family, I'm the white girl and when I'm with my French family, I'm the Latina. When I'm in everyday public spaces, I get, "where are you from?". It's a real thing. I'm also so sorry to hear about your recurring back injuries and chronic pain.
So sorry to hear that. It's odd to me that either side of the family would feel that way since French has Latin roots. We are way more similar than we all think. Mediterranean Latin is Italy, France, Spain, and Portugal.
Hi Masha! I have been watching you for I think around 7 years now and I am super grateful for every single video that you post. You were the first ASMRtist I have ever watched and still my favourite to this day. If I can't relax or I can't fall asleep or I am on the hunt for tingles I can always rely on your videos to help me. Your family is beautiful and I absolutely love your vlog channel. I can feel how genuine u are through your videos and your positivity is contagious. Whenever I'm gardening or ironing im always doing it with your videos playing in the background. You have inspired me to practice more self care and to pay more attention to my health. You have had such a positive impact in my life and I am sure on many other peoples lives and for that I am super grateful. I wish you Mila and Daryl all the health and happiness in the world💕
That's very kind of you, my friend! Thank you for supporting my content. It really means a lot to me.❤️
listened to this during my 4 mile walk today and it felt like you and I were walking together, chatting, and catching up. God bless you and your family Maria 🩷🩷
And you are not complaining. You are just expressing your emotions and thoughts and that is okay, it's best to let it out than to keep it inside....❤
I really relate to your feeling of being sad while you’re happy. For me I think it’s because I’m getting older and I feel sad and nostalgic for the past version of myself who was more carefree and able to just trust that my parents would handle every situation. As an adult now, I’m happy in life, but I am sad because of the nostalgia if that makes sense. Sending you all my love!! I hope you find the place where you feel you truly belong soon ❤️
Maria, as a person that has suffered from back pain due to scoliosis issues since I was a teenager , let me tell you our bodies are able to adjust to things more than you think! This may sound sad, but I have learned to live with the pain. I have also found things myself that help, like foam rolling, those creams that warm up your back, and warming pads, but honestly, its reached a point where I don't even think about it that much. And it may sound sad, but honestly I think it's great, because it doesn't take up any capacity in my thoughts! Its more like something in the background, that I navigate around and often times forget about! I also believe that my back pain has let me to start great activities that I wouldn't have otherwise done, like yoga, more exercise and a lot of stretching, and I have more of a motivation to do them than your average person that is in pain, so I am also grateful for that. Like I said, we can endure more than you think!
Also, I believe its totally fine to share your concerns! I don't think its complaining, sadly bad things happen in life that we can't control, and its impossible to constantly have a smile on your face. There is nothing wrong with recognizing your emotions and expressing them! And no, you are not boring, we are happy to be here to hear your concerns!
Thank you for all your content all these years, you have helped me through some really tough times ❤❤
Also, have you switched your bed recently? I have found that the bed I sleep is connected to my pain a lot! Maybe it got worse during your recent trip!
Maria, I’m not sure if you’ll see this but I struggled with back pain for SO LONG (10 years). You mean so so much to bringing health and stability to my life with your videos it breaks my heart to hear about your back pain.
For TOO LONG I thought my back pain was part of normal life or my fault from working at a desk or not being active enough. After my family/friends realized how crippling my pain was and confronted me…I finally went to a orthopedic DR who referred me to go to PT, even the DR thought I had early onset arthritis at 30! As soon as I started working with my PT I started to learn that retraining my little muscles and toning those is what I needed to do to help my back. I was using my back to overcompensate for the use of soooo many other muscles. It was a big change to dedicate every day to very specific stretches and strange exercises. I went from experiencing pain daily at a level of 7-8 out of 10 and using tiger balm/icy hot rub everyday to 12 weeks later living pain free most days and bad days being 2-3 out of 10 with the tools/stretches to bring that down to a 1 or 0. I really cannot more highly recommend you try to get a script to go to PT, if you message me I can also DM you the exact plans I got from my Physical Therapist too.
Wishing you nothing but the best and please know life does not have to be so physically painful!!
Thank you for sharing your journey with us. The highs and all the lows. What you said about feeling like an alien, and not feeling at home anywhere, really struck me. It felt validating to hear someone else articulate what I so often struggle with. I hope anyone struggling with these feelings can find peace and contentment.
Soft spoken is the best ❤❤❤
Hard disagree, much prefer whispers but everyone has their own valid preference ❤️
I totally agree soft spoken is the best
I prefer SS aswel 😊
@@Enda680everyone sounds the same when they whisper lol. I can actually feel the difference with soft spoken. Its amazing how so many people have so many different ways to trigger
I don’t love everyone’s soft spoken voice, but Maria and her sister Olga have it mastered for sure.
I’m sorry to hear you’ve been having some struggles emotionally and physically. You are not alone, and it is healthy to express how you feel. ❤ Sending you love and support.
Maria, I was born and raised in Michigan, and it’s so heartwarming to hear you talk about it with such love. The nature truly is so beautiful, and the people are so kind and open. You fit right in. Only a few days ago, I moved away from my family in northern Michigan for a job in Germany. I’ve been feeling homesickness and watching ASMR as a comfort, and scrolled through your channel and found this! It was like a virtual hug, seeing all those prints and hearing what a lovely trip you had. Michigan would be lucky to have you, if you ever think about making a move ⛵️💌
Sending love 🌅
I love this side of Maria and completely understand the health issues, it can be so tiring, I'm struggling with them myself. But maybe one day we won't feel this pain, because it keeps us from enjoying life
Don't let me pain keep you from enjoying life. There truly are ways to do it still . Find ways to be more in the body exploring the pain. Learning to breathe and meditate and move around it in a pleasurable way. Look up Susan Harper -- continuum montage. She does classes all over the country, and they are wonderful for finding pleasure in your body, for being connected and exploring. They can really help with pain
thank you so much!
Try reading ‘The Way Out’ by Alan Gordon or similar titles. Thanks to modern neuroscience, there is a massive change happening in the way chronic pain is understood & treated - I’ve seen sooo many people recover completely! 👏🏼
@belletolz - yes!! so well said 💛
Its okay to struggle. Its okay to have bad days. You are human. It is your vulneraibilty that makes you so endearing and loveable, and I have found it very comforting to know that I am not alone in some of my struggles. You are so genuninely kind and thoughtful. Praying you will find comfort and healing soon. ❤
Maria comes across as such a human, human being. A beautiful woman.
She's look so adorable 😍
Maria, you were the first ASMR that I every watched about 10+ years ago. You are so precious, take all of the space that you need. We love whatever you choose to share. ❤️✨
As a Michigander, I am SO excited to hear about your trip! Have you ever been to Mackinac Island? You would LOVE it! I feel it is the absolute treasure of Michigan, much like you are the absolute treasure of ASMR. Thank you so much for all you do! ❤
I loved in Traverse City for several years, and if it weren't for the fact that I just couldn't handle the winters, I never would have left. I could never afford to travel to Mackinac, but TC was just so gorgeous, and I have yet to find a place I've considered as wonderful!
I went as a child and to this day it is still one of my most favorite vivid memories. Especially the horse drawn carriage as I grew up riding and loved it! It's still crazy to me that they have no vehicles on the island. What a way to preserve history :)
@@veryberry39my hometown is an hour south of traverse city. Manistee.
@veryberry39 Oh, Traverse City is great! There's always something going on and it's so picturesque. I understand about Winter though- it's brutal on the water!
@robertandkristinhall5006 that's amazing! Loved going as a kid and try to make it back as often as I can. You're right, no cars and all the horses, it's like a perfect little place frozen in time.
This video healed a small piece of me. It’s beautiful to see you authentically sharing a bit of your life with us. You are so inspiring and an incredible role model for me. Thank you, Maria.
Don’t feel guilty for being in a season of life of wanting privacy for yourself and your family. We are always here supporting you, whatever that means for you 💕
I was just thinking about how I'd like to travel alone. I think people don't realize how great it is to be in 100% of your adventure. Also, what you said, about how we all still "perform" a little bit with other people, especially friends. That's so true and nicely said!
Thank you for being so open about your struggles with us and just know that I see you. I teared up with you when you described your feeling of not belonging; you are so lovely and compassionate and it was sad to hear. But know that you will always belong with Darryl and Mila, and you are their home 😊
I wish you peace on your journey to find that feeling of home.
Aw your life ramble videos are actually my favorite Maria! You’re such a kind and authentic person, I really appreciate you sharing what’s happening and what’s on your mind as much as you are comfortable to
These are always my favorite videos of yours. I feel like for those of us who have followed your journey for so many years, it’s so special to hear you chat about your experiences and your thoughts and where you are in life. It helps us feel like we really know you. You’re such a big part of our lives, and I hope you know that ❤
You've done so much, Dear Maria! You're doing great. Don't let anything stand in your way. We love you and support you.❤
Try acupuncture! I've had lots of relief from that. It unblocks the constricted energies.
I’m always so happy to hear you sharing your personal experiences; because I admire you so much. We do not blame you for becoming more nervous to “talk to us not at us”… as a RUclipsr, you are signing up for harsh criticism.
I just want you to know how much we support and love you.
Keeping it real ALWAYS wins ❤️
Your chit chat videos are my favorite! What I love most is that you are courageous and willing to share your thoughts and details of your life. You are warm, and relatable. Listening to you brings me so much peace.
You are not alone Masha! There are so many of us who truly enjoy getting glimpses into your real life and personality outside of ASMR. Very grateful you’re vulnerable and open with us, I will cherish it as long as you’re willing to show us this side!
Sounds like you’re ready to make a move❤. Do it now, while you’re young and your daughter is a young girl. I’m from the Midwest… and I agree with all that you said. It’s a family vibe here, with very kind people. Wishing you well 😊
Поздравляю с прошедшим днем рождения! Творите и делайте всё в удовольствие! Мы Вас бесконечно любим и ценим ❤
Maria, as others have said, sharing feelings is not equivalent to complaining. Moreover, it doesn't matter how many friends you have, how much money a person has or how many blessings a person has, emotions including difficult ones are completely normal. Big hugs to you and sincere appreciation for being so authentic.
Не оставляю надежду ,что болталка выйдет и на русском , очень бы этого хотелось ))) Машенька, спасибо за труд ! И хочу поздравить с прошедшим днём рождения! Пожелать только лучшего в жизни и конечно крепчайшего здоровья Вам и Вашим родным людям !
I think we feel like we know you already because you’re so open. Sometimes we forget to thank you for your openness and overcoming the discomfort that you’re feeling. Thank you and you are truly, deeply appreciated!
Happy happy birthday Maria! It was wonderful walking down memory lane with you. 💜
Thank you for sharing all of this with us Maria. I love hearing you ramble on. Sending you so much love for your struggles. You are not alone.
Thank you for sharing yourself with us Maria. You are a great comfort AND inspiration for me. I love hearing your stories, wisdom, advice, and point of views! You are so down to earth!
Maria, your videos have been helping me for about a decade. I am so grateful for you, no matter what you do, we will support and love you. Thank you for being yourself x😊
Cheers to the Misfits, Maria ❤ It’s not an easy road to travel, but the love you’re able to give and receive is immeasurable. Keep being you. xo
It's amazing how I haven't watched ASMR for a few days so today I thought "I needed a very basic and soft video to relax without so many noises, sounds and things like that" and then you appeared. Sometimes simple is all we need. Thank you for all these years of helping so many people, including me 💜
You're truly a wonderful mother Maria. Listening to you talk from your heart is so refreshing. Thank you for being you!
You seem like such great parents! Wonderful job Maria!
Thank you for sharing your thoughts with us Maria. I love listening to you "preach" and "ramble". You are very insightful, thoughtful, reflective and purposeful in the way you live your life and I think that is so amazing.
Maria, you don’t always have to be okay. Everyone has a right to complain and not feel grateful 24/7. It’s part of life. I know constant pain, especially back pain, can also severely affect your mood & all around outlook on life. I’m so sorry you’re having a difficult time. Your videos have always helped me through my difficult times, so i only wish the best for you.
Maria I could genuinely listen to you talk about anything for hours and hours it is SO RELAXING
I have felt so many similar feelings, like I rarely if ever truly "fit in" or feel at home. There is nothing like the feeling of being in a room full of people but still feeling alone. We love you as you are
Здравствуйте,Маша!Поздравляю с прошедшим днем рождения!Здоровья и радости! Я тоже отметила недавно свой юбилей,21 июля.Жаль,что недоступны субтитры,не пойму почему.Но из коментов я поняла,что вы говорили о больной спине,ну если я не ошибаюсь.Посмотрите на свою боль с другой стороны.Спина болит у тех,кто много на себе тащит, больше ,чем нужно . Сама страдаю от этого. Удачи🎉
She has been a major support for me during my worst depression. I love you!
Sending you warm and gentle hug, Maria. It's lovely to hear from you and we are listening and empathise. ❤
Thank you for feeling comfortable enough to be vulnerable with us ❤️
These random soft spoken videos are some of my favorites! Happy birthday and thank you for the videos you post!
I appreciate the way you vocalize that while you are so blessed and grateful, things still don’t feel quite right. it’s definitely valid to feel this way, even when you have a life that you value. hope things get better soon Maria, we love and appreciate you every day🤍
Maria, I for one love hearing you talk about your life! I love these update videos so much, it brings me so much joy to catch up with you like this ❤
Мария, с днём рождения! спасибо за Ваше творчество :) обожаю видео подобного формата, просто болталки - такая замечательная атмосфера ✨ simply perfect
Maria! I'm a massage therapist who does mostly a technique called Myofascial Release. It's a gentle technique for releasing the muscles and fascia that are stuck and keep that returning pain coming back. I suggest you look up a therapist in your area, I have seen it take back pain from a 10 to a 2 or even have it go away completely with a few sessions.
I'm so sorry you've been dealing with all this and wish I could help personally. You're an amazing light in this world and deserve to feel good all the time. ❤
These talks with you are so therapeutic for us, Maria 💜
These are my FAVOURITE videos! Because when I was living alone for years it felt like I had a friend to talk to and now it feels like catching up with an old friend ♥️ It’s so heartwarming
I loved your last Michigan video SOOO much! I’m so going to enjoy this! I love these informative videos, as much as your relaxing ones/role plays 🤗
Some of my favorite videos of yours are the ones where you talk to us like this! I love getting to hear about you and how you and your family are doing, but also, just someone speaking or whispering is one of my favorite asmr triggers so these videos are especially relaxing !
Happy belated birthday, Maria!! 🎉 I hope this year brings you many blessings.
Thank you for all your amazing videos. I can only imagine how much hard work, time, and effort goes into each one. Thanks again. ♥️
Praying for you sister in regards to sadness, feeling rooted somewhere, and your back pain. Yall are doing well with your daughter and money. God bless you all.
Thank you, Maria. Your content is always fantastic.
Everyone has those moments where someone says something critical or constructive and it sticks with them, and then the anxiety builds over time. But it shouldn’t be the case. We/you cannot please everyone. There will be someone who thought the opposite and you might disappoint them instead? So ignore them both. Because you DO please so MANY people already with your amazing content. Please try not to worry about the one person who thought you didn’t speak enough to them. ❤
Agreed.
Seconded! ❤
Hello Maria. I can sense how much you love Michigan. I think this is the second video you have done about your trip there. I was born in Ann Arbor, MI in the early 60s. My mother could not handle the cold weather though so we all moved to FL when I was 3. My grandparents lived off the land on their farm in Hubbard Lake across from the lake. We spent every year there on vacation. Swimming, looking for deer, eating venison, berries, exploring…It is my very best childhood memory. Sadly, I haven’t been there since I was a kid, and my daughter who is 18 never got to meet my grandparents or enjoy their farm. It is such a regret of mine as I am now 61. My 90 year old uncle still lives in their home and my goal is to get up there before he passes. You’re on the right track Maria. 🩷🩷🩷
Maria, you are by far the queen. Noone does this better. You could talk about anything and everything. We all really care about you, and we all love to hear you. Thank you so much for doing what you do, it means so much to us. Thank you maria. ❤
Maria! I can’t express how important these kinds of videos are. Not only do they provide THEEEE best tingles, but it’s so exciting to just listen passively and know that someone else out there is experiencing something that I am. Human connection is of vital importance and chats like this just make me so happy. These videos are also important because your voice was MADE FOR THIS. A beautiful friend with the most soothing voice just chatting. I love it. Thank you 💜
Ooh Maria,
I’ve been watching you esporadically (life is never constant) for 10 years now. I can say I have an admiration for you and you are dear to me similar to like a family member. I really love when you talk about life and experiences, I relate so much! Wish you and your family all the best ❤
Тронули ваши воспоминания о детстве. Для меня тоже время, проведенное ребенком в деревне, где можно было свободно исследовать поля, леса и реки и ничего не бояться, драгоценно. В России и правда много свободы в этом смысле. По крайней мере, в те далекие времена было так, нам очень повезло ♥️
Happy belated birthday Maria! You bring me and so many others immeasurable joy and peace. May God bless you always.
Maria your videos are always so wonderful. I always feel like you're talking to us and I always appreciate it ❤️ thank you for everything
man the soft spoken videos with this audio quality are my absolute favorite
I so agree!
Мария, я из Украины, я смотрю вас уже много лет и вы помогаете мне успокоиться в такое непростое время. Понимаю ваши чувства по поводу дома и очень желаю вам найти гармонию и спокойствие в душе, где бы вы ни были
Maria, these are my favorite kinds of videos! When I was growing up, my parents had a similar philosophy on teaching me the value of money. They never gave me an "allowance" for chores, but they did encourage me to start working in any way I could as soon as I was old enough. And when I wanted to go out with friends, buy something I didn't "need", etc., it was coming from my money. It was hard and a little frustrating when many of my friends didn't have the same experience and were able to spend a lot more, but it absolutely taught me the value of a dollar, how to manage my finances, and helped me make informed decisions later.
Your comments on travel really spoke to me :). I am a highly sensitive person, and my entire life I've felt like I couldn't really *breathe* if I was around other people. Even my close family and friends who I tell everything too. Solo travel is great because there's no one else to cater to. You can do whatever you want, whenever you want.
I think the location doesn’t matter; it’s the people that matter. Those memories and experiences you have in Michigan and Russia, I have very similar ones in California. My dad would take me to the lake as a kid to be with friends I had known my whole life because our parents were childhood friends. We’d play in the water and swim, or go on the boat and water ski, have barbecues…just have fun. Or we’d be at the ranch owned by the grandparents (most of my friends were cousins with each other) and we would play hide and seek and watch fireworks. That was a good and safe space for me, and very importantly, not judgmental. It was an escape from my friends at school who I didn’t feel very comfortable with and who I felt judged by. But that’s because those childhood friends were my family. I wasn’t genetically their cousin but they were more family to me than just friends. I missed them so much when I was at school because I could be myself. My school friends just made me cry and feel unimportant.
So just to say, that feeling of peace and not being judged and having a good time…that’s the more the people, not the place. Because like for me, the midwest is always a weird experience because of my race. I’ve been to Michigan, Iowa, Ohio, Illinois…I’ve been stared at, glared at, and made to feel unwelcome in small towns because of my color.
So as you said…it’s because they’re family. That’s the part that matters. Judgmental strangers (and “friends”) exist everywhere.
I think the location matters in a way that it is home to her, where she was born, raised and grew up. I think it's harder for Americans to understand that but as a European I would never leave my home country for good because I feel like my soul is tied down here. It's where my parents, grandparents and their parents and grandparents lived and I feel like I belong here. It just feels right. If I had to leave, I'd probably forever be homesick and nostalgic, longing for home and searching for places that give me that hint of home or remind me of it. For better context, I don't live in one of European countries with great economy and living standard but I wouldn't trade it for anything.
I absolutely love to hear people hyping up Michigan.🥰 Lived here my whole life (that i remember anyways, since 3yrs old). . It truly is so great & beautiful & peaceful, as long as you just go to the right spots. I'm outside of Detroit, take an annual trip to the Upper Peninsula, awesome little small town surrounded by inland lakes, or "village" as you say. . Can't wait to get back up there in less than a month, incredible people & vibes. 😌
You are such a light in this world Maria and I’m so sorry you’re in pain. Thank you for being brave and sharing some of yourself with us you are an angel. Lots of love🩷🩷🩷
Maria, I also moved to the US when I was younger and what you mentioned about being here and feeling like an outsider, and going back to your home country and feeling like an outsider there too, really resonated with me. What I did that REALLY helped me was volunteering at my church. It made it feel like home, since I felt like I was in the loop by being there more often than just Sundays. I met so many wonderful people too, and they really made me feel like I belonged. Just thought I’d offer that in case you want to consider it. Take care ❤
Talk at us, to us, whatever you want! You, your voice and your asmr are amazing Maria. We are lucky to have you in any way, shape or form! Take care, lots of love from Australia 🇦🇺 Xx
The things you want to teach your daughter are the things my parents prioritized for me and I thank them every day - she’s such a lucky girl to have you as her mom!!!
I absolutely love hearing you talking about how much you love Michigan ❤ You radiate a peaceful energy 😌
I aspire to educate my child on finances one day too, she’s 2.5 years old now. Thanks for chatting about it.
Listening on, I’m sure your back pain leaves you feeling unsettled and uncertain. You are such a unique person, with a unique career, history, opinions, etc. No doubt it’s hard to find people who you truly relate to and who you can build community with, especially in a season of transition like you’re in. I hope you find peace with your back soon, this too shall pass. ❤
I encourage you to use your platform to talk about your back pain if you want. You have a huge, loving community who may have great suggestions. If not, we at least get to hear more rambling (which we love!).