As a teacher, I am responsible for approximately 200 students every single day. They all need, want and demand so much from me every day that when I come home I am absolutely mentally exhausted. And being a complete introvert by nature, it takes every ounce of me, every day. When I come home, I want absolute silence and I don’t want to talk to anyone. I can only imagine having a responsibility to thousands and thousands of subscribers on all the major media platforms. Hats off to you Girl! PS. Loving the new hair! My wash day takes about 5 hours so I can totally relate to wanting to reclaim your ‘Hair Time’ back!
I so agree with your thoughts on idleness, unplugging, etc. The American culture is so wrapped up in the idea of “idle hands are the devil’s workshop” that there is a lot of pressure and guilt heaped on us if we aren’t going and doing All.The.Time. I told my doctor I planned to retire in 2025 and the first thing she said was”Well what will you do all day?” Then I felt I had to start naming a list of activities I had planned, because how dare I think about taking some time to just breathe and think. Here’s to a balanced 2025 for us all! ❤️🙏🏾❤️
When I retired I was asked the same thing. I always replied “whatever I want, whenever I want”. Most of the time, they got a big smile on their face as it sank in.
I loved this video! I used to feel the same about paying for massages and pedicures. That changed after 2 major surgeries within 9 months of each other. The pedicures helped me remember to slow down and rest even after my recovery. I convinced myself to pay for the massages because they were for dealing with scar tissue. I kept them up because I liked how my body felt getting them regularly. Massage therapy saved my life and my sanity. Get the massages! 💚
Massage has been so therapeutic for me. I started back in the 90s for work muscles stress but maintained it because I realized it was smoothing out my daily stress. I was going twice a month for decades. Now that I’m retired I still go every 3 weeks ( financial limitations). It’s a peaceful me time I can’t get anywhere else. I recommend 90 minutes. One hour is not long enough. Keep searching out the best masseuse, they will learn your body, moods, needs….they will change your life. Happy holidays to you and your sweetheart. ❤
I'm intrigued by your vision board. Resolutions have long gone the way of the dinosaur for me. I usually create a goals list for several different areas that I want to make progress with. I might have to give this a try and see what happens.
I feel like you have committed yourself to your music even more after Covid because you seemed to really miss performing. Looking forward to your future!
Thanks so much for sharing this, Kay. I have much to say from personal experience but will resist...just know that many of us are or have been there. I will say: I haven't created a vision board for years but was amazed to find that mine manifested almost organically over time. (Years earlier, I'd asked myself Am I doing what I want with my life? Eventually I was. I'd taken the risk.) Now, much older, I'm intrigued by the prospect of creating one digitally. You sent me right to the computer to see what is available to me. Thanks! Here's to next chapters. I'm so glad you're extending the vlog...it's one of my favorites. Heart-centered, honest, and unedited all work for me.
I too have never done a vision board, but your video has me thinking I should. To keep what you want to focus on visible and it be attractive rather another list. Thanks for sharing and giving me something to think about. Your thoughts on self care are really resonating with me right now - that isn’t a luxury rather a way to help you be your best self. Merry Christmas!
I love the blogs format. I’m glad you want to continue, whenever you choose to post them. They always are inspiring and comforting. Love the hair. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year and Kwanza!
I'm with you! I love boredom and being idle. Right now I'm overwhelmed with baking cookies and I feel this way every year, I get excited at first to make cookie tins for everyone and not even half way through I want to be done. lol
Wow!!! You have turned all my swirling 2025 goals upside down. As I listened to you I realized I’ve got things very mixed up. I need to take your lead and learn how to slow down and drink more matcha!! I feel like overwhelm is my life and it’s no wonder I don’t accomplish what I’d like to. I watched your video yesterday on wallpapering your bathroom and you totally blew my mind!!! You just jumped in and did it!! I would have stressed over how I was going to do it until the wall paper was out of stock and I couldn’t have bought a second roll. That video was amazing on so many points. I hope to be able to sit down this weekend and set some goals for the new year and maybe even do a vision board like you. Great job putting your vision board together!! When I look at all your categories that you listed, I would have to say you picked your categories wisely. That probably sounds weird, but I normally just make a huge to do list… your categories seem to create a life that brings you more joy. Mine ring overwhelm. Kay, I’m going to watch this video again over the weekend and think how I might be able to create something similar. Since rona, we’ve had no one over. I too would like to change my ways in that area. Not sure I’m up to it yet, but I can at least entertain the thought. Thanks Kay for your videos and how you show up. I’m curious, is this your main channel. I think I’m subscribed to both of your channels, but I get mixed up which is your ‘main’ channel. I enjoy all your videos and always seem to come away with a nugget of some sort. BTW, how does your husband like your hair. I’m guessing he loves it!!
Your vision board is gorgeous Kay!! I love the colors you went with and how sustainable and nourishing your goals sound!! That's something I'm looking forward to in 2025 for my own intentions: more ease, convenience, simplifying, and sustainability. Your tea party idea is so CUTE! One of my good friends is a fellow tea lover. Since she's long distance a dream of mine is to someday get to visit her and go to a High Tea place together 😂🍵
All good goals especially self-care. We often feel guilty about that but after a little time you'll get use to regularly having massages, having your hair done. By the way your hair is quite lovely. And yes more of a contrast would work, I can't remember who suggested it but try also a darker colour with light streakes included. Or simply have this colouring again. Either way, you have a lovely face you can carry either colouring. I wonder how Clover first reacted to you perhaps wondering if he now has a new mum? And thank you as always for sharing. You achieveda lot this year so next year I hope it continues to be fun for you and your family. ❤
You've taken the steps to take care of your body by changing your diet and how you eat . Massage and nails and hair dressing are simply next steps in taking care of your instrument. Shine on you crazy diamond. ily see ya later
I've made a point to limit tags even if i have to turn of notifications. my mental health is worth it. and you can do a self care day at home. you dont have to go somewhere. slurge on a good bath product and turn off phone and do ME day.
Your 2025 goals sound exactly like my own, Kay! We are givers of ourselves, through our craft as well as personally, and so self care is vital. If I only achieve that in the new year, I shall be much better for it. Wishing you and Yves the most beautiful and blessed Festive Season!
I’m with you Kay 💯It’s about your happiness and doing for You. I kept finding myself going full speed ahead and forgetting about myself. Also i have found peace in idleness 🎉
Hi Kay. Just listening to this ted talk and thought of you and what you shared in this video. Some of what she talks about I think might resonate for you. All the best to you in the new year. 😊 ruclips.net/video/wSci_YIGOAw/видео.htmlsi=Jf4eIKEdKFrJZxl9
As a teacher, I am responsible for approximately 200 students every single day. They all need, want and demand so much from me every day that when I come home I am absolutely mentally exhausted. And being a complete introvert by nature, it takes every ounce of me, every day. When I come home, I want absolute silence and I don’t want to talk to anyone. I can only imagine having a responsibility to thousands and thousands of subscribers on all the major media platforms. Hats off to you Girl! PS. Loving the new hair! My wash day takes about 5 hours so I can totally relate to wanting to reclaim your ‘Hair Time’ back!
Love the ❤❤❤❤ P.S your brother from another mother!!
My mood board is fabulous Kay! Thank you for sharing your thoughts, you always inspire me. I also love your hair, Happy New Year my friend!
Showing people that it's never to late no matter who u are is such important lesson. Thanks Kay for reminding us and sharing it with us this year.
Love your hair, Kay! Beautiful color on you! Happy Merry Christmas!!
I so agree with your thoughts on idleness, unplugging, etc. The American culture is so wrapped up in the idea of “idle hands are the devil’s workshop” that there is a lot of pressure and guilt heaped on us if we aren’t going and doing All.The.Time. I told my doctor I planned to retire in 2025 and the first thing she said was”Well what will you do all day?” Then I felt I had to start naming a list of activities I had planned, because how dare I think about taking some time to just breathe and think. Here’s to a balanced 2025 for us all! ❤️🙏🏾❤️
When I retired I was asked the same thing. I always replied “whatever I want, whenever I want”. Most of the time, they got a big smile on their face as it sank in.
A winter tea party would be soo much fun!!!🫖🫖🫖🫖
I loved this video! I used to feel the same about paying for massages and pedicures. That changed after 2 major surgeries within 9 months of each other. The pedicures helped me remember to slow down and rest even after my recovery. I convinced myself to pay for the massages because they were for dealing with scar tissue. I kept them up because I liked how my body felt getting them regularly. Massage therapy saved my life and my sanity. Get the massages! 💚
Massage has been so therapeutic for me. I started back in the 90s for work muscles stress but maintained it because I realized it was smoothing out my daily stress. I was going twice a month for decades. Now that I’m retired I still go every 3 weeks ( financial limitations). It’s a peaceful me time I can’t get anywhere else. I recommend 90 minutes. One hour is not long enough. Keep searching out the best masseuse, they will learn your body, moods, needs….they will change your life. Happy holidays to you and your sweetheart. ❤
I'm intrigued by your vision board. Resolutions have long gone the way of the dinosaur for me. I usually create a goals list for several different areas that I want to make progress with. I might have to give this a try and see what happens.
I feel like you have committed yourself to your music even more after Covid because you seemed to really miss performing. Looking forward to your future!
Bring it!! Excited to see another vlog"mas."
Thanks so much for sharing this, Kay. I have much to say from personal experience but will resist...just know that many of us are or have been there. I will say: I haven't created a vision board for years but was amazed to find that mine manifested almost organically over time. (Years earlier, I'd asked myself Am I doing what I want with my life? Eventually I was. I'd taken the risk.) Now, much older, I'm intrigued by the prospect of creating one digitally. You sent me right to the computer to see what is available to me. Thanks! Here's to next chapters. I'm so glad you're extending the vlog...it's one of my favorites. Heart-centered, honest, and unedited all work for me.
I too have never done a vision board, but your video has me thinking I should. To keep what you want to focus on visible and it be attractive rather another list. Thanks for sharing and giving me something to think about. Your thoughts on self care are really resonating with me right now - that isn’t a luxury rather a way to help you be your best self. Merry Christmas!
Girl, that hair is GIVING!!! 😍
I love the blogs format. I’m glad you want to continue, whenever you choose to post them. They always are inspiring and comforting. Love the hair. Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy New Year and Kwanza!
I'm with you! I love boredom and being idle. Right now I'm overwhelmed with baking cookies and I feel this way every year, I get excited at first to make cookie tins for everyone and not even half way through I want to be done. lol
Vacation time!! We all need at least one a year, but a few and maybe some staycations.
I LOVE YOUR VLOGS!!! Merry Christmas!!
Wow!!! You have turned all my swirling 2025 goals upside down. As I listened to you I realized I’ve got things very mixed up. I need to take your lead and learn how to slow down and drink more matcha!! I feel like overwhelm is my life and it’s no wonder I don’t accomplish what I’d like to.
I watched your video yesterday on wallpapering your bathroom and you totally blew my mind!!! You just jumped in and did it!! I would have stressed over how I was going to do it until the wall paper was out of stock and I couldn’t have bought a second roll. That video was amazing on so many points. I hope to be able to sit down this weekend and set some goals for the new year and maybe even do a vision board like you. Great job putting your vision board together!! When I look at all your categories that you listed, I would have to say you picked your categories wisely. That probably sounds weird, but I normally just make a huge to do list… your categories seem to create a life that brings you more joy. Mine ring overwhelm. Kay, I’m going to watch this video again over the weekend and think how I might be able to create something similar. Since rona, we’ve had no one over. I too would like to change my ways in that area. Not sure I’m up to it yet, but I can at least entertain the thought.
Thanks Kay for your videos and how you show up. I’m curious, is this your main channel. I think I’m subscribed to both of your channels, but I get mixed up which is your ‘main’ channel. I enjoy all your videos and always seem to come away with a nugget of some sort.
BTW, how does your husband like your hair. I’m guessing he loves it!!
youtube.com/@theorganizedsoprano is the main channel!
I love your hair even more today. I appreciate the courage of you taking us through your vision board. 🎉
Your vision board is gorgeous Kay!! I love the colors you went with and how sustainable and nourishing your goals sound!! That's something I'm looking forward to in 2025 for my own intentions: more ease, convenience, simplifying, and sustainability. Your tea party idea is so CUTE! One of my good friends is a fellow tea lover. Since she's long distance a dream of mine is to someday get to visit her and go to a High Tea place together 😂🍵
All good goals especially self-care. We often feel guilty about that but after a little time you'll get use to regularly having massages, having your hair done. By the way your hair is quite lovely. And yes more of a contrast would work, I can't remember who suggested it but try also a darker colour with light streakes included. Or simply have this colouring again. Either way, you have a lovely face you can carry either colouring. I wonder how Clover first reacted to you perhaps wondering if he now has a new mum? And thank you as always for sharing. You achieveda lot this year so next year I hope it continues to be fun for you and your family. ❤
I really enjoyed this video! I'm looking forward to learning about the things you do in 2025! I need to work on my vision board
Idleness is good for creativity too!❤
The curls are great🎉🎄Would like to see them in your natural color for comparison🥰
You've taken the steps to take care of your body by changing your diet and how you eat . Massage and nails and hair dressing are simply next steps in taking care of your instrument. Shine on you crazy diamond. ily see ya later
I've made a point to limit tags even if i have to turn of notifications. my mental health is worth it. and you can do a self care day at home. you dont have to go somewhere. slurge on a good bath product and turn off phone and do ME day.
Your 2025 goals sound exactly like my own, Kay! We are givers of ourselves, through our craft as well as personally, and so self care is vital. If I only achieve that in the new year, I shall be much better for it. Wishing you and Yves the most beautiful and blessed Festive Season!
Wishing you the best 2025 and hope you and the hubs have a nice relaxing Christmas. 💜
You got this 💯 I trust you!! Go #teamkay
You have to do what make you feel happy. You do deserve to pamper and help yourself.
I’m with you Kay 💯It’s about your happiness and doing for You. I kept finding myself going full speed ahead and forgetting about myself. Also i have found peace in idleness 🎉
Kay & Hubby, Merriest of Christmas🎄.
…M🧑🎄M of 5
Merry Christmas 🎄!!
yessssss 2025 will be great for you! i got a neck massage thing similar to your door brace thing to relieve my tension also
Such a great message, thank you Kay! Lavendaire has a series on her RUclips channel called diary of becoming that mentions some of these themes!
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I love the hair and the color. Could have been shorter. But love it.
I want to come to a tea party!!! 💗
Tea parties can be quite fun.
What program did you use to create your vision board?
Canva!
Oh no. Container store is closing. Oh no.
Well, they filed for bankruptcy! Who knows what will happen to the business, I hope it can be saved!
@ me too. I love it.
Hi Kay. Just listening to this ted talk and thought of you and what you shared in this video. Some of what she talks about I think might resonate for you. All the best to you in the new year. 😊 ruclips.net/video/wSci_YIGOAw/видео.htmlsi=Jf4eIKEdKFrJZxl9
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